Origin:
English
Greek
Sex:Male
Unisex Name?No
Meaning:Descendant of Dorus. Dorian was a character in Oscar Wilde’s novel The Picture of Dorian Gray who was given his wish that his portrait would age while he remained young and handsome.
Soul Urge:People with the name Dorian have a deep inner need for quiet, and a desire to understand and analyze the world they live in, and to learn the deeper truths.
Expression:People with the name Dorian are excellent at analyzing, understanding, and learning. They tend to be mystics, philosophers, scholars, and teachers. Because they live so much in the mind, they tend to be quiet and introspective, and are usually introverts. When presented with issues, they will see the larger picture. Their solitary thoughtfulness and analysis of people and world events may make them seem aloof, and sometimes even melancholy.