Dolorosa
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Origin of the name Dolores:
Derived from the Spanish dolores (sorrows, aches). The name, bestowed in honor of the Virgin Mary, "Maria de los Dolores" (Mary of the Sorrows), makes reference to the seven sorrows of Mary in her relationship with her son.
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Full version of the title of the Blessed Virgin Mary "Mater Dolorosa" or Mother of Sorrows.
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