Dolores Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationdoh-LOH-res / /dəˈloʊrɛs/Spanish; Latin
Meaning
Spanish: sorrows; Latin: pain
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Dolores is derived from the Spanish title 'Nuestra Señora de los Dolores,' meaning 'Our Lady of Sorrows,' referring to the Virgin Mary. It became popular in Spanish-speaking countries and among Catholic communities. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, often associated with themes of compassion and empathy.
Trend Summary
The name Dolores has seen a decline in popularity in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Lola
- Dolly
International Variants
- Dolores (Spanish)
- Dolore (Italian)
Famous people named Dolores
Dolores Huerta is an American labor leader and civil rights activist known for her work with the United Farm Workers.
Dolores O'Riordan was an Irish musician and lead singer of the rock band The Cranberries, famous for her distinctive voice.
Dolores Claiborne is a fictional character created by Stephen King in his novel of the same name, which explores themes of domestic abuse and resilience.
Dolores del Río was a prominent Mexican actress and one of the first major female stars of Hollywood's Golden Age.
Fictional characters named Dolores
Dolores Abernathy is a character in the television series 'Westworld,' serving as a central figure in the narrative exploring consciousness and free will.
Dolores Umbridge is a character in the 'Harry Potter' series, known for her strict and authoritarian demeanor as a Ministry of Magic official.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dolores was first seen in the United States in 1912. Dolores has ranked as high as #813 nationally, which occurred in 1930, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Dolores has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dolores (1954)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 12 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 12 |
| 1917 | 18 |
| 1918 | 16 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 18 |
| 1921 | 16 |
| 1922 | 19 |
| 1923 | 23 |
| 1924 | 33 |
| 1925 | 31 |
| 1926 | 31 |
| 1927 | 37 |
| 1928 | 48 |
| 1929 | 54 |
| 1930 | 77 |
| 1931 | 47 |
| 1932 | 53 |
| 1933 | 42 |
| 1934 | 44 |
| 1935 | 56 |
| 1936 | 36 |
| 1937 | 39 |
| 1938 | 33 |
| 1939 | 30 |
| 1940 | 23 |
| 1941 | 34 |
| 1942 | 31 |
| 1943 | 18 |
| 1944 | 29 |
| 1945 | 17 |
| 1946 | 21 |
| 1947 | 21 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 21 |
| 1950 | 23 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 11 |
| 1953 | 18 |
| 1954 | 11 |
| 1955 | 5 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1957 | 8 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 15 |
| 1960 | 12 |
| 1961 | 8 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 6 |
| 1969 | 7 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1979 | 6 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |