The spelling of the name "Dorothya" may seem unusual to some, but it is a variant of the more common name "Dorothy." The pronunciation of this name is [dəˈrɑθiə] or "duh-RAW-thee-uh". The addition of the letter "a" at the end may be an attempt to make the name unique or to honor a specific individual or family member. Remembering to spell someone's name correctly is important, so if you come across this spelling, be sure to use it correctly.