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Name Origin

Delores is a feminine given name of Spanish origin. It is a variant of Dolores, which means 'sorrows' or 'pains' in Spanish. Despite its somber meaning, Dolores is often associated with strength and resilience.

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Famous People

Delores Huerta (1930-)

Labor leader and civil rights activist

  • Co-founded the United Farm Workers (UFW)
  • Championed the rights of farmworkers
  • Received the Presidential Medal of Freedom

Delores Del Río (1904-1983)

Actress

  • One of the first Mexican actresses to achieve international fame
  • Starred in Hollywood films during the Golden Age