Loretta

Girl's name

Loretta is of Italian origin, derived from the name Lauretta, which is a diminutive form of Laura.

Meaning Laurel tree
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 422 Rising
Peak year 1938

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Names Starting With L

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Loretta Lynn - Country music singer-songwriter
  • Loretta Devine - Actress known for "Waiting to Exhale"
  • Loretta Swit - Actress known for "M*A*S*H"
  • Loretta Young - Actress from the Golden Age of Hollywood

Sisters for Loretta

Girl names closely related to Loretta

Audra Elowyn Elouise Evelynn Tenley Layne Macy Lenora

Brothers for Loretta

Boy names closely related to Loretta

Lyle Emmitt Callahan Vernon Callen Brock Leroy Ira

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Loretta

Laura Laureen Laurel Lauren Lauri Laurie Lauryn Lora

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