Dolores

Meaning & origin

The female first name ''Dolores'' comes from Spanish and means "pain" or "sorrow". It is derived from the Latin word "dolor", which also means "pain". The name has its origins in the veneration of the Virgin Mary as "Maria de los Dolores" (Mary of Sorrows) in the Catholic Church. In Spanish culture, the name is often associated with a strong and passionate personality.

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Famous people with the first name Dolores

• Dolores Huerta American trade unionist
• Dolores Keane Musician
• Dolores O'Riordan Musician
• Dolores Hart Writer
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• Dolores del Río Mexican film actress

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