Dorcas

Meanings

Biblical Names Meaning:

In Biblical Names the meaning of the name Dorcas is: A female roe-deer.

Greek Baby Names Meaning:

In Greek Baby Names the meaning of the name Dorcas is: Gazelle. Famous bearer: The New Testament Dorcas who 'abounded in good deeds and gifts of mercy,' was a charitable woman raised from the dead by St Peter.

Shakespearean Baby Names Meaning:

In Shakespearean Baby Names the meaning of the name Dorcas is: The Winter's Tale' Shepherdess.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Dorcas is: A female roe-deer.