Loreta

Loreta is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,621 in the US, popular nicknames include Lor, Loy, and Lorie.

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Girl Name #70,621 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Loreta is a girl name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records.

Parents who love the name Loreta often also consider Elmo, Ivor, Girlee .

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Historical Record

Loreta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.

Over 343 babies have been named Loreta in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Loreta is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,621 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#70,621
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#70,621
Total SSA Count
5

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Nicknames

Lor Loy Lorie Loreie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Loreta

Is Loreta a boy or girl name?
Loreta is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Loreta?
Loreta is currently ranked #70621 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Loreta?
Common nicknames for Loreta include Lor, Loy, Lorie, and Loreie.
Is Loreta a common or rare name?
Loreta is an uncommon name, ranked #70621 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Loreta?
Loreta pairs well with Elmo, Ivor, Girlee, Maurice in style and sound.
Are there other spellings for Loreta?
Related spellings include Lorelai, Lorelei, Loretta, Lorena.

About the Name Loreta

Loreta is a girl name .

Loreta is currently ranked #70,621 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Loreta include Lor, Loy, Lorie, and Loreie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Loreta include Lorelai, Lorelei, Loretta, Lorena, Loren . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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