Dolores Kersten

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dolores Kersten — Latin
200K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dolores Kersten 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 Kersten: Kersten is a German given name and a Dutch/Low German surname. A German male or female given name Kersten Artus (born 1964), female German journalist and politician Kersten Meier (1954–2001), male German swimmer at the 1972 Summer Olympics Kersten Neisser (born 1956), female German rower Kersten Reich, German educator and cultural theorist Surname A Dutch and Low German patronymic surname, meaning "son of Kerst/Kersten/Kerstijn/Kerstiaen", archaic forms of the name Christian. 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: Kersten

English

Kersten is a German given name and a Dutch/Low German surname. A German male or female given name Kersten Artus (born 1964), female German journalist and politician Kersten Meier (1954–2001), male German swimmer at the 1972 Summer Olympics Kersten Neisser (born 1956), female German rower Kersten Reich, German educator and cultural theorist Surname A Dutch and Low German patronymic surname, meaning "son of Kerst/Kersten/Kerstijn/Kerstiaen", archaic forms of the name Christian.

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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 Kersten

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 Kersten:

9
Expression Number

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

9
Soul Urge Number

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

9
Personality Number

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

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 Kersten?
The surname Kersten originates from English. Kersten is a German given name and a Dutch/Low German surname. A German male or female given name Kersten Artus (born 1964), female German journalist and politician Kersten Meier (1954–2001), male German swimmer at the 1972 Summer Olympics Kersten Neisser (born 1956), female German rower Kersten Reich, German educator and cultural theorist Surname A Dutch and Low German patronymic surname, meaning "son of Kerst/Kersten/Kerstijn/Kerstiaen", archaic forms of the name Christian.
What are the origins of the name Dolores Kersten?
The name Dolores Kersten combines two different traditions: the first name Dolores has Latin roots, while the surname Kersten originates from English.
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