Dolores Name Meaning, Origin & Popularity

Dolores

3 syllables

♀ Female ◎ Spanish / Latin ◈ 3 syllables

"Sorrows, Our Lady of Sorrows"

From Spanish / Latin

Means "sorrows", taken from the Spanish title of the Virgin Mary Nuestra Señora de los Dolores, meaning "Our Lady of Sorrows". It has been used in the English-speaking world since the 19th century, becoming especially popular in America during the 1920s and 30s.

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Dolores at a glance

MeaningSorrows, Our Lady of Sorrows

OriginSpanish / Latin

GenderFemale

Syllables3

Name daySep 15

NumerologyLife Path 7

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Origin & history of Dolores

Spanish / Latin roots

Root name

The root form of Dolores is Dolores — meaning Sorrows, Our Lady of Sorrows.

Modern usage

Dolores remains a beloved choice. Timeless appeal across cultures and generations.

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Popularity of Dolores

3Syllables

7Life path

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Numerology of Dolores

Life path number

The Seeker

Wisdom, introspection and spiritual depth.

🔍Deeply curious

📚Knowledgeable

🌙Introspective

🦋Independent

Sum: 34 → Life path 7

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Personality of Dolores

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Curious & intellectual

Always questioning, always learning.

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Deep thinker

Surface answers don't satisfy them.

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Reflective & wise

They think before they speak. Worth hearing.

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Beautifully independent

Their solitude is purposeful, not lonely.

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Name combinations with Dolores

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