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The name Dolores originates from Spanish, specifically from the phrase 'Nuestra Señora de los Dolores,' meaning 'Our Lady of Sorrows.' It signifies sorrows and has evolved through various forms like Dola and Dolly. The name is associated with traits of strength and resilience, reflecting the compassion of the Virgin Mary. While it does not have biblical roots, its historical significance in Catholicism has contributed to its popularity, particularly in the 19th century. Today, it is seen as a classic name with notable figures associated with it.

The name Dolores is most popular in Pennsylvania, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Dolores has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Dolores' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1825th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1059th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2223rd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4863rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13786th out of 16616 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 109th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 33rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 186th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 457th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 980th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2490th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3238th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Dolores' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.