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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Sorrows, pain (referencing Our Lady of Sorrows)
- Origin
- Spanish (variant of Dolores)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- duh-LOR-is
Delores is the Spanish variant of Dolores, and it carries a meaning rooted in devotion: "sorrows" or "pain," referencing Our Lady of Sorrows. If you're drawn to a name with real weight behind it rather than just a pleasant sound, this is one to consider.
Meaning & Origin of Delores
Meaning: Sorrows, pain (referencing Our Lady of Sorrows).
Origin: Spanish (variant of Dolores).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Delores
duh-LOR-isIPA /dəˈlɔːrɪs/
Popularity of Delores
Delores had its moment in the spotlight in 1934, ranking #51 with 3,991 babies given the name that year. By 2024 it had fallen all the way to #10452, with just 9 babies named Delores — a steep decline across the SSA's 1890-2024 data.
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These names have followed a similar path to Delores in U.S. popularity over the years.
FAQ
What does the name Delores mean?
Sorrows, pain (referencing Our Lady of Sorrows). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Delores?
Delores is pronounced duh-LOR-is (IPA: /dəˈlɔːrɪs/).
Is Delores a popular name right now?
Delores peaked at #51 in 1934 and is ranked #10452 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1890–2024.)
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