Delores Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdeh-LOH-res / /dɛˈloʊrɛs/Spanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: sorrow; Latin: pain
Historical & Cultural Background
Delores is derived from the Spanish title 'Nuestra Señora de los Dolores,' meaning 'Our Lady of Sorrows,' referring to the Virgin Mary. It gained popularity in the Spanish-speaking world and later in English-speaking countries. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, often associated with themes of sorrow and compassion.
Trend Summary
Delores has seen a decline in popularity in the United States, particularly since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Dolores
International Variants
- Dolores (Spanish)
- Dulce (Spanish)
Famous people named Delores
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Fictional characters named Delores
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Delores was first seen in the United States in 1922. Delores has ranked as high as #862 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Delores has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Delores
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 6 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1928 | 15 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 28 |
| 1931 | 20 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 18 |
| 1934 | 20 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 18 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 19 |
| 1939 | 17 |
| 1940 | 21 |
| 1941 | 9 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 12 |
| 1944 | 14 |
| 1945 | 8 |
| 1946 | 17 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1948 | 7 |
| 1949 | 10 |
| 1950 | 11 |
| 1951 | 6 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 6 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1962 | 5 |
| 1964 | 6 |