Dolorosa Girl

Popularity: · Trend: → Stable

Origin(s)

Pronunciationdoh-loh-ROH-sah / doloˈɾosa

Spanish; Latin

Meaning

Spanish: sorrowful; Latin: painful

Historical & Cultural Background

Dolorosa is derived from the Spanish word for 'sorrowful' and is often associated with the Virgin Mary, particularly in the context of her suffering. The name is commonly used in Spanish-speaking countries and reflects a deep cultural reverence for themes of compassion and empathy. In religious contexts, it is often linked to the title 'Nuestra Señora de los Dolores,' referring to Mary as the Mother of Sorrows.

Trend Summary

The name Dolorosa is not widely used in the United States and has remained relatively uncommon.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Dolores

International Variants

  • Dolores (Spanish)
  • Dolorosa (Italian)

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Dolorosa was first seen in the United States in 1926. Dolorosa has ranked as high as #893 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Dolorosa has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Dolorosa

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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
19265