Maria Dolores
/mer-EE-uh duh-LAW-rihs/ Arabic Unisex
Meaning & Origin
Maria Dolores is a Arabic name meaning ""Maria" is a common given name, often associated with the Virgin Mary. "Dolores" refers to sorrows, specifically the Sorrows of the Virgin Mary.". It originates from United Arab Emirates, Argentina, BE, Bahrain, BO. "Maria" is of debated origin, potentially from Hebrew "Miryam" meaning bitter or beloved. "Dolores" is Spanish, derived from "dolor" meaning pain or sorrow.
Quick Facts
Language Arabic
Gender Unisex
Phonetic mer-EE-uh duh-LAW-rihs
Pronunciation Tip
Say it as mer-EE-uh duh-LAW-rihs. Keep the original Arabic phonetics — don't anglicize the sounds.
Famous People Named Maria Dolores
- · María Dolores Pradera - Singer
- · María Dolores Flores Ruiz (Lola Flores) - Singer and dancer
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