Delores

Girl's name

Delores is of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin word "dolor" meaning "sorrow" or "pain."

Meaning Sorrows
Origin Spanish
U.S. births in 2023 9 Falling
Peak year 1932

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Delores Taylor - Actress, known for "Billy Jack" film series.
  • Delores Wells - Model, Playboy Playmate of the Month (June 1960).
  • Delores Hall - Singer, actress in "Hair" Broadway musical.
  • Delores "Dee" Dee Warwick - Singer, soul music artist.
  • Delores "Dee" C. Washington - Civil rights activist.
  • Delores "Dee" Brown - Author of "Bury My Heart at Wounded Knee."
  • Delores "Dee" Hoty - Broadway actress, Tony Award nominee.
  • Delores "Dee" Wallace - Actress, known for "E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial."
  • Delores "Dee" Snider - Wife of Twisted Sister's Dee Snider.
  • Delores "Dee" O'Dell - Burlesque dancer, actress in "The Burlesque Show."

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