Lorretta

Q: What is the origin of Lorretta?

Lorretta is of Latin origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: How popular is the name Lorretta?

According to the latest SSA data, Lorretta is currently ranked #999999 in the United States. The popularity of this name has evolved over the past century based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Q: Is Lorretta a girl name?

Lorretta is traditionally a girl name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

female

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Laurel Tree"

A variant of Loretta, ultimately connected to Latin laurel imagery, used in English with associations of honor and victory.

Themes:variantromanbotanical

Nature Natural Unique Rare

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Popularity History of Lorretta

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

UnrankedNot ranked in 2024

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Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Lorretta Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Lorretta.

12 ideas

Lorie

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Lorr

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lory

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etta

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lorr

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rrey

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lie

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llie

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ttay

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uh-MAN-duh

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Baby Name Lists That Include Lorretta

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Lorretta mean?

Lorretta means "Laurel Tree". A variant of Loretta, ultimately connected to Latin laurel imagery, used in English with associations of honor and victo

What is the origin of Lorretta?

Lorretta is of Latin origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Lorretta?

According to the latest SSA data, Lorretta is currently not ranked in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Lorretta a girl name?

Lorretta is traditionally a girl name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Lorretta?

Popular nicknames for Lorretta include Lorie, Lorr, lory, etta, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Lorretta?

There are many names similar to Lorretta in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginLatin, English

Syllables3

Length8 letters

Trend→ Stable

Starts withL

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Anton Antony Austen Antone Artis

Sisters

Antonia Alta Avis Augusta Adrian

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