Lorretta
Lorretta is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,883 in the US, popular nicknames include Lor, Loy, and Lorie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Lorretta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,366 babies have been named Lorretta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Lorretta is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,883 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,883
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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Timeless choice, smooth 3-1 syllable flow
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About the Name Lorretta
Lorretta is a girl name .
Lorretta is currently ranked #70,883 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Lorretta include Lor, Loy, Lorie, and Lorrie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Lorretta include Lorraine . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis