Deloris

Variation of Dolores

"lady of sorrows"

Deloris Origin and Meaning

The name Deloris is a girl's name.

Deloris is a feminine name of Latin origin, derived from 'dolor' meaning 'sorrow' or 'pain.' It's related to the Spanish title for the Virgin Mary, 'Nuestra Señora de los Dolores' (Our Lady of Sorrows). Despite its somewhat melancholy etymology, Deloris became quite popular in the United States during the 1920s through 1940s. The name peaked in popularity around 1930 but has declined steadily since the 1950s. Deloris is often considered a variant spelling of Dolores, with the two used interchangeably. The name carries a vintage charm that resonates with the current trend of reviving early-to-mid 20th century names. Deloris evokes images of strong, practical women from America's heartland.

Deloris Rank in US Top 1000

# 922 in the US

Famous People Named Deloris

• Deloris Jordan sister of basketballer Michael Jordan
• Deloris Frimpong Manso Ghanaian TV personality

The name Deloris in Pop Culture

• Deloris Van Cartier aka Sister Mary Clarence main character in the Sister Act movies