When considering a name for their child, parents try to find not only a beautiful and harmonious name, but also one that carries positive energy and has good meaning. Dorofey meets all these conditions - the name is ancient, rare and unusual.
Origin
This name is of Greek origin. In Hellas in ancient times it sounded like "Dorotheos". This name came to Russia from Byzantium. The Slavs were not quite familiar with the sound and pronunciation, so it changed a little, taking on a more convenient form of "Dorotheus". The meaning of the name remains the same.
The naming was very popular among ordinary people. It was also in demand by clergy, it was worn by many monks, bishops, even patriarchs and metropolitans. However, it cannot be considered churchly, because it got into the Saints due to the fact that they were named people who were canonized after death, early Christian martyrs. For example, that was the name of the Bishop of Tire of Phoenicia, who died a terrible death during the reign of Emperor Julian, in 362.
Of course, the name was not onlyclergy. Dorotheus of Sidon - that was the name of the famous Greek astrologer and poet, who died around the year 75. Dorofei Nikitovich Muzalev is a famous Soviet teacher, born at the very beginning of the past century, and who died in 1995.
About the meaning
The origin of the name Dorotheus is Greek. This name appeared long before the birth of Christianity, in the era of the Olympian gods and heroes wandering in search of an opportunity to perform feats. It sounded in those distant times as "Dorotheos". Literally translated, it means “gift of the gods.”
The meaning of the name is extremely good. It does not bind a person to a specific image or type of behavior. There are no limits to life opportunities for the one who was named Dorotheus. The meaning of the name imposes responsibility on the parents of the child. After all, having received a gift, it should be treated accordingly.
About name days
Dorofei's birthday according to the church calendar is celebrated more than once or even twice a year. These people can celebrate the day of the angel:
- in September - 3rd, 16th, 29th;
- in October - 21st;
- in November - 18th, 20th;
- in January - 10th;
- in March - 3rd;
- in June - 18th.
Accordingly, whenever a boy named Dorotheus is born, he will have a patron saint.
On the impact on character
What can be a person whose name is Dorotheus? The character and fate of a name are predetermined by its meaning. People so named carry a lot of positive in themselves, they seem toare a gift to others. Communicating with Dorofei is easy and pleasant. There are no difficulties in finding topics for conversation or a common language with these people.
Dorothei are balanced, wise, attentive, responsible. These people do not make empty promises, they consider every phrase spoken aloud. The bearers of the name are also characterized by such qualities as diplomacy, tact and purposefulness.
About personal life
You will never be able to command a man whose name is Dorotheus. The meaning of the name implies not only that a person is a gift, but also that this “present” is given by the gods. Accordingly, the basis in relations with people in general and within the family, with relatives and friends, for Dorotheus is mutual respect.
Rudeness and familiarity are alien to these people. They do not show such qualities and do not accept them in relation to themselves. Dorofey only seems complaisant, in fact, this person has an unbending will, strength of character and the ability to control everything that happens around him, including in the family.
In relations with women, Dorofey is not a follower, but a leader. He is not scattered over trifles and will not meet with someone who is not close to him in terms of worldview or personal qualities. But, having met a woman who meets his ideas, Dorotheus will show remarkable perseverance and will certainly achieve reciprocity. A man bearing such a name is the classic head of the family. The interests of relatives and friends are always in hispriority over other wants and needs.
But this person cannot be called an altruist. He never forgets about his own needs, which is why sometimes he seems selfish or even narcissistic to others. In personal life, in everyday life, this feature of character is expressed very simply. For example, Dorofei will never cancel his fishing trip or attending a sporting event with friends for the sake of going to the store for wallpaper or other things, objects, products. Trying to put pressure on his conscience and claim that family needs do not matter to him is useless. This trait should be taken into account and choose the right time for household chores.
What do astrologers say?
What do astrologers say about people whose name is Dorotheus? The meaning of the name, of course, is also manifested in astrological characteristics. People so named are patronized by Pluto. The planet is mysterious, gloomy and overwhelming with its energy any extraneous interference. Her influence gives people, called Dorothei, leadership qualities, housekeeping and, in a sense, lust for power.
The color scheme that enhances the energy of the name is shades of yellow. Of course, it is not at all necessary to wear suits in the color of the sun. However, any accessory or detail in clothes of yellow shades will not be superfluous.
Zodiac constellation, the most consistent in its characteristics with the features of this name, is Scorpio. Dorotheas born under the auspices of this constellation are able to reach any heights in life, for them there is practically nothere are no obstacles in anything, regardless of the chosen activity.
The natural talisman of people named Dorotheus is the stag beetle. This must be taken into account when choosing a gift for a man bearing this name. For example, a desktop stationery set with a monogram, a scarf with a monogram stylized as an Egyptian scarab, will not only flatter a person's pride, but will also benefit him. The stag beetle is a very ancient symbol that was used in ancient times not only by people. Temples and altars of gods forgotten in our time were decorated with images of stags.
Among plants, the energy of the name corresponds to walnut and orchid. Also, corals have long been used as natural talismans for people with this name.
