Doletha is an uncommon yet elegant female given name of African American origin. It is derived from the Greek word 'dolor', meaning 'pain', and 'theos', signifying 'god'. Thus, Doletha can be interpreted to mean 'God's sorrow' or 'Pain of God'. This unique moniker may have been coined within the Black community during the late 19th or early 20th century. Despite its somber etymology, Doletha has a melodic ring and can convey strength and resilience.
No occurrences of the name Doletha were recorded after 1947.