Delores Dailey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Delores Dailey — Latin
147K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Delores Dailey is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Delores is a feminine given name of Latin origin. Dolores is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. The Spanish word dolores is the plural form of dolor, meaning either sorrow or pain, which derives from the Latin dolor, which has the same meaning and which may ultimately stem from Proto-Indo-European *delh-, "to chop". The usage of Dolores as a given name has its origins in the strong influence of the Roman Catholic Church in Spanish-speaking countries. The surname Dailey: Dan Dailey (1915–1978), American actor and dancer Irene Dailey (1920–2008), American actress Peter F. Dailey (1868–1908), American burlesque comedian Will Dailey (born c.1976), American recording and performing artist Bill Dailey (born 1935), American professional baseball player Bob Dailey (1953–2016), Canadian ice hockey player Casey Dailey (born 1975), American football player Doug Dailey (born 1944), English cyclist Eric Dailey Jr. Delores is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 147K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Delores reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Delores

Latin

Dolores is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. The Spanish word dolores is the plural form of dolor, meaning either sorrow or pain, which derives from the Latin dolor, which has the same meaning and which may ultimately stem from Proto-Indo-European *delh-, "to chop". The usage of Dolores as a given name has its origins in the strong influence of the Roman Catholic Church in Spanish-speaking countries.

Surname: Dailey

English

Dan Dailey (1915–1978), American actor and dancer Irene Dailey (1920–2008), American actress Peter F. Dailey (1868–1908), American burlesque comedian Will Dailey (born c.1976), American recording and performing artist Bill Dailey (born 1935), American professional baseball player Bob Dailey (1953–2016), Canadian ice hockey player Casey Dailey (born 1975), American football player Doug Dailey (born 1944), English cyclist Eric Dailey Jr.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Delores is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Delores by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Delores Dailey

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Delores Dailey:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

4
Soul Urge Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

4
Personality Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Delores?
The first name Delores originates from Latin. Dolores is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. The Spanish word dolores is the plural form of dolor, meaning either sorrow or pain, which derives from the Latin dolor, which has the same meaning and which may ultimately stem from Proto-Indo-European *delh-, "to chop". The usage of Dolores as a given name has its origins in the strong influence of the Roman Catholic Church in Spanish-speaking countries.
When was Delores most popular?
The name Delores reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Dailey?
The surname Dailey originates from English. Dan Dailey (1915–1978), American actor and dancer Irene Dailey (1920–2008), American actress Peter F. Dailey (1868–1908), American burlesque comedian Will Dailey (born c.1976), American recording and performing artist Bill Dailey (born 1935), American professional baseball player Bob Dailey (1953–2016), Canadian ice hockey player Casey Dailey (born 1975), American football player Doug Dailey (born 1944), English cyclist Eric Dailey Jr.
What are the origins of the name Delores Dailey?
The name Delores Dailey combines two different traditions: the first name Delores has Latin roots, while the surname Dailey originates from English.
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