ADOR

Ador is primarily encountered as a personal name, used as a nickname or given name in several cultures. In Spanish-speaking communities and in the Philippines, Ador is commonly a shortened form of Adoración, a female given name meaning "adoration." The form can be used for both genders in informal settings, though it is more often seen among women as a diminutive of Adoración.

As a name, Ador may appear in civil records, school rosters, and casual usage without further elaboration. Its popularity tends to follow regional naming fashions and Catholic cultural influences that contribute to the use of Adoración and related forms.

Outside of naming, 'ador' does not function as an independent word in English. It typically appears only as a stem within longer Spanish words such as adorar ("to adore") and adoración ("adoration"), or as a component of international proper names.

Variants and related names include Adora and Adore, which share roots with Adoración. The usage and spelling can vary by country, language, and personal preference.