Delores

At a Glance: Name: Delores – Meaning: sorrows, pain (referencing Our Lady of Sorrows) – Origin: Spanish (variant of Dolores) – Gender: used for both boys and girls – Pronunciation: duh-LOR-is

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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

Phonetic: duh-LOR-is   IPA: /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.

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration birth-name data, 1890–2024.

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FAQ

What does the name Delores mean?

Sorrows, pain (referencing Our Lady of Sorrows). (Source: Wiktionary, https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Delores)

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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