Dolores Darr

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dolores Darr — Latin
200K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dolores Darr is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Dolores 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 Darr: Adam Darr (1811–1866), German guitar and zither composer Alice Darr (1930–2024), American jazz musician Ann Darr (1920–2007), American poet Leonard Darr (c.1554–1615), English politician Leslie Rogers Darr (1886–1967), American judge Lisa Darr (born 1963), American actress Mike Darr (1976–2002), American baseball outfielder Mike Darr (pitcher) (born 1956), American baseball pitcher Robert Darr (born 1951), American author Sally Darr (1923–2023), American chef Vondell Darr (1919–2012), American actress Dolores is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 200K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Dolores reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Dolores

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: Darr

English

Adam Darr (1811–1866), German guitar and zither composer Alice Darr (1930–2024), American jazz musician Ann Darr (1920–2007), American poet Leonard Darr (c.1554–1615), English politician Leslie Rogers Darr (1886–1967), American judge Lisa Darr (born 1963), American actress Mike Darr (1976–2002), American baseball outfielder Mike Darr (pitcher) (born 1956), American baseball pitcher Robert Darr (born 1951), American author Sally Darr (1923–2023), American chef Vondell Darr (1919–2012), American actress

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Notable People Named Dolores Darr

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 Dolores Darr:

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

9
Soul Urge Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

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 Dolores?
The first name Dolores 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 Dolores most popular?
The name Dolores reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Darr?
The surname Darr originates from English. Adam Darr (1811–1866), German guitar and zither composer Alice Darr (1930–2024), American jazz musician Ann Darr (1920–2007), American poet Leonard Darr (c.1554–1615), English politician Leslie Rogers Darr (1886–1967), American judge Lisa Darr (born 1963), American actress Mike Darr (1976–2002), American baseball outfielder Mike Darr (pitcher) (born 1956), American baseball pitcher Robert Darr (born 1951), American author Sally Darr (1923–2023), American chef Vondell Darr (1919–2012), American actress
What are the origins of the name Dolores Darr?
The name Dolores Darr combines two different traditions: the first name Dolores has Latin roots, while the surname Darr originates from English.
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