LORETTA
The meaning of the unisex name Loretta is PURE.
Details on LORETTA:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Pure
- Popularity for Girl:
- 1,328th in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 19,280th in the USA (bottom 50%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
422 births
LORETTA as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
LORETTA as a BOY in 1981
The meaning(s) of LORETTA:
The name Loretta is a Spanish baby name. In Spanish the meaning of the name Loretta is: Pure.
The name Loretta is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Loretta is: Pure.
The name Loretta is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Loretta is: The laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. Old name with many variants.
The name Loretta is an Anglo-Saxon baby name. In Anglo-Saxon the meaning of the name Loretta is: Small sage one.
The name Loretta is an Italian baby name. In Italian the meaning of the name Loretta is: laurel or bay. Also refers to the name of the town Loreto, where the holy house of the Virgin Mary was reputed to have been moved to during the 13th century.
The name Loretta is a Latin baby name. In Latin the meaning of the name Loretta is: or Lora referring to the laurel tree or sweet bay tree symbolic of honor and victory. A saint's name.
USA SSA birth(s) for LORETTA:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name LORETTA
LORETTA as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 422 births |
| 2023 | 370 births |
| 2022 | 345 births |
| 2021 | 300 births |
| 2020 | 272 births |
| 2019 | 252 births |
| 2018 | 231 births |
| 2017 | 225 births |
| 2016 | 239 births |
| 2015 | 217 births |
| 2014 | 178 births |
| 2013 | 119 births |
| 2012 | 122 births |
| 2011 | 109 births |
| 2010 | 96 births |
| 2009 | 84 births |
LORETTA as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 1981 | 5 births |
| 1971 | 5 births |
| 1970 | 5 births |
| 1969 | 7 births |
| 1968 | 8 births |
| 1967 | 5 births |
| 1966 | 11 births |
| 1965 | 5 births |
| 1964 | 8 births |
| 1963 | 5 births |
| 1962 | 11 births |
| 1961 | 7 births |
| 1960 | 13 births |
| 1959 | 16 births |
| 1958 | 7 births |
| 1957 | 8 births |
About the name LORETTA
Loretta is a name that dances gracefully through the corridors of time, its origins rooted in the Latin word "laurus," meaning "laurel," a symbol of victory and honor. With a gentle elegance, it conjures images of flourishing gardens and serene landscapes, making it a perfect choice for parents who wish to bestow a sense of grace and achievement upon their child. Traditionally embraced in Italian and Spanish cultures, Loretta finds a welcoming home in countries such as Italy, where it is often associated with the revered Sanctuary of Loreto, a place of pilgrimage and devotion. The name also resonates in the United States, particularly among families seeking vintage charm, as it evokes a nostalgic warmth reminiscent of classic literature and timeless beauty. Loretta symbolizes not only success but also the nurturing spirit of love and family, making it a harmonious choice for a little girl destined to grow into a compassionate and accomplished woman. As it rolls off the tongue, Loretta carries with it a melody of history and a promise of possibilities, inviting dreams and aspirations to flourish.
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