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Name Origin

Dolores is a feminine given name of Spanish origin, derived from the Latin words 'dolor' (meaning 'pain') and '-is' (a suffix indicating possession). Therefore, Dolores traditionally means 'sorrows' or 'pains.'

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Famous People

Dolores Huerta (1930-)

Labor leader and civil rights activist

  • Co-founded the United Farm Workers
  • Advocate for farmworkers' rights
  • Recipient of the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Dolores O'Riordan (1971-2018)

Singer and songwriter

  • Lead singer of the band The Cranberries
  • Known for her distinctive vocals

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