Dolores
Pain, sorrows
Pronunciation: doh-LOH-rehs (/dɔˈloʊrɛs/)
What does Dolores mean?
From the Spanish word 'dolor' meaning pain, sorrow. In Christianity, the name Dolores is given to the Virgin of Sorrows, a title for the Virgin Mary. In the Bible, Dolores is mentioned in the Canticle of Canticles 2:5, which reads: ‘Dolores dolorum, fugitiva, heu, quam velociter fugiat!’ (‘Dolores, dolors fleeting as the wind, how swiftly they pass!’)
Dolores in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Dolores
Numerology & personality
Nurturer, healer, and caregiver
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbol of suffering, endurance, and spiritual growth
In some Latin American countries, the Virgin of Sorrows is a popular title for the Virgin Mary, and the name Dolores is given to girls as a nod to this devotion. The name also carries the association of strength, as the Virgin Mary is seen as a source of comfort and hope in times of sorrow.
Popularity of Dolores by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Germany | DE | 33 | 2024 |
| Poland | PL | 38 | 2024 |