Delora
Delora is a girl's name of Latin origin.
Meaning
Sorrows; or related to the laurel tree.
Origin and history
Delora is a feminine name likely derived from the Spanish 'Dolores', meaning 'sorrows', or as a modern elaborated form of Laura or Delores. It enjoyed moderate usage in the United States during the early to mid-20th century but has become exceedingly rare today. Its rhythmic, vintage sound appeals to parents looking for a unique classic name.
Popularity in the United States
2,812 babies in the United States have been named Delora since 1880. It ranks #3342 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2095.
States where it is most popular
- KY (25.2 %)
- CA (15.8 %)
- OK (12.8 %)
- OH (7.1 %)
- TX (6.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 6 |
| 1890-1900 | 15 |
| 1900-1910 | 60 |
| 1910-1920 | 267 |
| 1920-1930 | 426 |
| 1930-1940 | 449 |
| 1940-1950 | 351 |
| 1950-1960 | 405 |
| 1960-1970 | 350 |
| 1970-1980 | 243 |
| 1980-1990 | 131 |
| 1990-2000 | 74 |
| 2000-2010 | 21 |
| 2010-2019 | 8 |
| 2020-2029 | 6 |
Nicknames
Dee, Lora, Lori
Fun facts
- Delora developed both as a variant of Dolores and as a poetic combination of 'De' with 'Lora' or 'Laura'.
- The name reached its peak popularity in the United States in the 1920s and 1930s before becoming very rare.