Doloris Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Doloris originates from Latin, meaning sorrow or pain. It evolved through the use of the root 'dolor' and has been used in various forms. The name is often associated with themes of emotion and compassion, particularly in religious contexts. It has no direct biblical relevance. While it was more popular in the past, it is still recognized for its emotional depth and historical significance.
The name Doloris is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the MidWest region. 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, Doloris has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Doloris' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1387th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 976th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3133rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12316th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Doloris' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Doloris"
Pronunciation
/dəˈloʊrɪs/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Doloris is derived from the Latin word 'dolor', which means 'sorrow' or 'pain'. It is often associated with the term 'Mother of Sorrows' in Christian contexts.
Meaning
sorrow, pain
Language Evolution
Dolor, Doloris
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly among Spanish-speaking populations and in Christian communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Dolores, Dolly, Lori
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Doloris is less common but carries connotations of depth and emotional resonance due to its meaning.
Famous People
Doloris Umbridge, Doloris Hart
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Doloris"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Doloris"
"Doloris" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1387th of 9107 | 566 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 976th of 9204 | 1,025 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3133rd of 12526 | 268 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12316th of 19264 | 26 |
Regional Popularity of "Doloris" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Doloris" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
50.00% 708th/1416 |
84.63% 1167th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
41.01% 634th/1546 |
57.78% 899th/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
92.70% 1434th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Doloris"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Doloris" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.