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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Laurel (via Laura)
- Origin
- Italian/Latin (diminutive of Laura)
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- lor-ET-ah
Loretta is an Italian and Latin name, a diminutive of Laura, and it carries the meaning "laurel." It's pronounced lor-ET-ah. If you like names with a soft, old-fashioned feel that still trace back to a clear root name, Loretta fits that mold.
Meaning & Origin of Loretta
Meaning: Laurel (via Laura).
Origin: Italian/Latin (diminutive of Laura).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Loretta
lor-ET-ahIPA /ləˈrɛtə/
Popularity of Loretta
Loretta peaked in 1938, when it ranked #62 and 3,913 baby girls were given the name. By 2024 it had settled to #677, with 422 girls named Loretta that year.
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FAQ
What does the name Loretta mean?
Laurel (via Laura). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Loretta?
Loretta is pronounced lor-ET-ah (IPA: /ləˈrɛtə/).
Is Loretta a popular name right now?
Loretta peaked at #62 in 1938 and is ranked #677 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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