UK girl's name
Doaa
A feminine Arabic name meaning "prayer" or "supplication to God".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Doaa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Doaa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5581, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2017, with 5 births.
This profile covers 40 England and Wales registrations across 11 recorded years from 2004 to 2021. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 60% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 40 living people in the UK are called Doaa. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Doaa ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales in 2021, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2017, when 5 girls were registered as Doaa.
- • About 40 living people in the UK are estimated to have Doaa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5581
2021
Births in 2021
3
Latest year
Peak year
2017
5 births
Estimated living
40
2026
Meaning
What does Doaa mean?
Doaa is a feminine given name originating from the Arabic language. Its roots can be traced back to the Arabic word "du'a," which means "supplication" or "prayer." The name has been in use for centuries within the Arabic-speaking world, particularly in regions with a strong Islamic cultural influence.
The earliest recorded instances of the name Doaa can be found in various Islamic texts and historical records from the 7th century onwards. It is believed that the name gained popularity as a way to express the hope and desire for children to grow up with a prayerful and devout nature.
One of the earliest notable figures with the name Doaa was Doaa bint Al-Azwar, a female companion of the Prophet Muhammad who lived in the 7th century. She was known for her piety and devotion to the Islamic faith.
In the 11th century, Doaa Al-Baghdadiya was a prominent female scholar and poetess from Baghdad. Her contributions to literature and poetry were widely celebrated during her lifetime.
Another historical figure with the name Doaa was Doaa Al-Malikiya, a 13th-century Syrian princess and patron of the arts. She was renowned for her support of artists, poets, and scholars during her reign.
In the 15th century, Doaa Al-Nabulsi was a renowned Islamic scholar and jurist from Nablus, Palestine. Her teachings and interpretations of Islamic law were widely respected and influential in the region.
During the 19th century, Doaa Al-Zahawi was an Iraqi poet and writer known for her contributions to the Arabic literary renaissance. Her poetic works were widely acclaimed and celebrated during her time.
Throughout history, the name Doaa has been associated with piety, devotion, and a connection to the spiritual realm. Its Arabic origins and meaning have resonated across various cultures and regions, making it a popular choice for parents seeking a name with deep religious and cultural significance.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Doaa over time
The chart below shows babies named Doaa registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2004 to 2021. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Doaa, the clearest high point is 2017. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2021, compared with 5 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Doaa by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Doaa was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5537 | 6 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4867 | 24 | 6 |
| 2000s | #4543 | 10 | 3 |
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- Daniella 4,324
- Destiny 3,732
- Diana 3,258
- Dorothy 3,104
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FAQ
Doaa: questions and answers
How popular is the name Doaa in the UK right now?
In 2021, Doaa was ranked #5581 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Doaa most popular?
The peak year on record was 2017, with 5 babies registered as Doaa in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Doaa?
A feminine Arabic name meaning "prayer" or "supplication to God".
How many people are called Doaa in the UK?
A total of 40 babies have been registered as Doaa across the 11 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.