Delora Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-LOH-rah / /dɛˈloʊrə/Latin; Spanish
Meaning
Latin: 'of the sea'; Spanish: 'sorrowful'
Historical & Cultural Background
Delora is derived from the Latin name 'Dolores', which means 'sorrows'. It is often associated with the Virgin Mary, specifically in the title 'Nuestra Señora de los Dolores', meaning 'Our Lady of Sorrows'. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Spanish-speaking countries. It has gained popularity in the United States, especially among Hispanic communities.
Trend Summary
Delora has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional use but no significant trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dolora
- Dora
International Variants
- Dolores (Spanish)
- Délora (French)
Famous people named Delora
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Fictional characters named Delora
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Delora was first seen in the United States in 1887. Delora has ranked as high as #796 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in Kentucky, California, Oklahoma, Ohio, and Missouri. In the past 5 years the name Delora has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Delora (1988)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1887 | 6 |
| 1894 | 5 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1898 | 5 |
| 1901 | 6 |
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1905 | 12 |
| 1906 | 13 |
| 1907 | 5 |
| 1908 | 5 |
| 1909 | 8 |
| 1910 | 7 |
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 10 |
| 1913 | 17 |
| 1914 | 22 |
| 1915 | 27 |
| 1916 | 38 |
| 1917 | 56 |
| 1918 | 35 |
| 1919 | 47 |
| 1920 | 33 |
| 1921 | 43 |
| 1922 | 43 |
| 1923 | 43 |
| 1924 | 43 |
| 1925 | 40 |
| 1926 | 44 |
| 1927 | 39 |
| 1928 | 42 |
| 1929 | 56 |
| 1930 | 52 |
| 1931 | 45 |
| 1932 | 45 |
| 1933 | 43 |
| 1934 | 49 |
| 1935 | 51 |
| 1936 | 49 |
| 1937 | 34 |
| 1938 | 40 |
| 1939 | 41 |
| 1940 | 30 |
| 1941 | 39 |
| 1942 | 32 |
| 1943 | 30 |
| 1944 | 35 |
| 1945 | 21 |
| 1946 | 32 |
| 1947 | 50 |
| 1948 | 38 |
| 1949 | 44 |
| 1950 | 42 |
| 1951 | 46 |
| 1952 | 41 |
| 1953 | 34 |
| 1954 | 35 |
| 1955 | 42 |
| 1956 | 51 |
| 1957 | 33 |
| 1958 | 39 |
| 1959 | 42 |
| 1960 | 45 |
| 1961 | 46 |
| 1962 | 31 |
| 1963 | 31 |
| 1964 | 47 |
| 1965 | 42 |
| 1966 | 29 |
| 1967 | 25 |
| 1968 | 23 |
| 1969 | 31 |
| 1970 | 37 |
| 1971 | 27 |
| 1972 | 35 |
| 1973 | 20 |
| 1974 | 18 |
| 1975 | 31 |
| 1976 | 22 |
| 1977 | 21 |
| 1978 | 10 |
| 1979 | 22 |
| 1980 | 15 |
| 1981 | 24 |
| 1982 | 12 |
| 1983 | 16 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 13 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 10 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 13 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 9 |
| 2007 | 6 |
| 2012 | 8 |
| 2021 | 6 |