Delores
Delores is a girl's name of Spanish origin.
Meaning
Sorrows.
Origin and history
Delores is a variant spelling of Dolores, derived from a Spanish title for the Virgin Mary, Maria de los Dolores ('Mary of Sorrows'). The name gained significant popularity in the U.S. during the early-to-mid 20th century. Today, it is considered a classic, traditional name, though it is far less commonly given to newborns.
Popularity in the United States
117,821 babies in the United States have been named Delores since 1880. It ranks #330 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1999.
States where it is most popular
- IL (6.6 %)
- PA (6.4 %)
- OH (5.3 %)
- MI (5.2 %)
- MN (4.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 54 |
| 1900-1910 | 278 |
| 1910-1920 | 2,375 |
| 1920-1930 | 16,462 |
| 1930-1940 | 37,603 |
| 1940-1950 | 28,504 |
| 1950-1960 | 19,363 |
| 1960-1970 | 8,459 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,423 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,145 |
| 1990-2000 | 612 |
| 2000-2010 | 259 |
| 2010-2019 | 182 |
| 2020-2029 | 102 |
Famous people named Delores
- Delores Taylor: Actress, Producer
Nicknames
Dee, Lori, Dolly
Fun facts
- The name directly references the Seven Sorrows of Mary in Catholic tradition.
- Delores emerged in English-speaking regions as an alternative spelling of the traditional Spanish Dolores.