Doloris

Meaning of Doloris

Doloris is a female name with its origins rooted in Latin. The name is derived from the Spanish word "dolores," meaning "sorrows" or "pains." Doloris has a strong association with the Catholic faith, as it is often associated with the Virgin Mary and her sorrows. In terms of pronunciation, both British English and American English pronounce Doloris as DOH-luh-ris (/ˈdəʊlərɪs/ for British English and /ˈdoʊlərɪs/ for American English). Variations of this name include Dolores. Although not as popular in recent years, historical data from Wisconsin shows that Doloris was moderately popular in the early 20th century.

Pronunciation

British English

  • Pronunced as DOH-luh-ris (/ˈdəʊlərɪs/)

American English

  • Pronunced as DOH-luh-ris (/ˈdoʊlərɪs/)

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Notable People Named Doloris

Doloris Bridges was the first woman to seek election to the U.S. Senate from New Hampshire and was known for her anti-communist stance, but she passed away before winning office.
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