Dolores Polak

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Dolores Polak — Latin
200K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Dolores Polak 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 Polak: Polak is the Polish noun for a Pole (also in several other Slavic languages). It is also a surname. In 2020 there were over 21,500 persons with the surname in Poland. A. Polak Daniels (1842–1891), Dutch chess master Abraham Polak (1910–1970), Israeli historian, professor at the Tel Aviv University Ada Polak (1914–2010), Norwegian art historian Anna Dresden-Polak (1906–1943), née Polak, Jewish Dutch gymnast Anna Sophia Polak (1874–1943), Jewish feminist and author Ben Polak (born 1961), British professor of economics Benedykt Polak (c. 1200 – c. 1280), Polish Franciscan friar, traveler, explore. 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: Polak

Slavic

Polak is the Polish noun for a Pole (also in several other Slavic languages). It is also a surname. In 2020 there were over 21,500 persons with the surname in Poland. A. Polak Daniels (1842–1891), Dutch chess master Abraham Polak (1910–1970), Israeli historian, professor at the Tel Aviv University Ada Polak (1914–2010), Norwegian art historian Anna Dresden-Polak (1906–1943), née Polak, Jewish Dutch gymnast Anna Sophia Polak (1874–1943), Jewish feminist and author Ben Polak (born 1961), British professor of economics Benedykt Polak (c. 1200 – c. 1280), Polish Franciscan friar, traveler, explore.

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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 Polak

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 Polak:

8
Expression Number

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

6
Soul Urge Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

11
Personality Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 Polak?
The surname Polak originates from Slavic. Polak is the Polish noun for a Pole (also in several other Slavic languages). It is also a surname. In 2020 there were over 21,500 persons with the surname in Poland. A. Polak Daniels (1842–1891), Dutch chess master Abraham Polak (1910–1970), Israeli historian, professor at the Tel Aviv University Ada Polak (1914–2010), Norwegian art historian Anna Dresden-Polak (1906–1943), née Polak, Jewish Dutch gymnast Anna Sophia Polak (1874–1943), Jewish feminist and author Ben Polak (born 1961), British professor of economics Benedykt Polak (c. 1200 – c. 1280), Polish Franciscan friar, traveler, explore.
What are the origins of the name Dolores Polak?
The name Dolores Polak combines two different traditions: the first name Dolores has Latin roots, while the surname Polak originates from Slavic.
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