Charlotte vs Loretta

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Loretta

Girl #677 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"laurel, victory crown"

Origin: Latin

Cultural Roots

Italian American English Spanish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#677
Total SSA Count
422
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Retta, Lori, Lorrie

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Charlotte Rank #4
Loretta Rank #677

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 vs #677 for Loretta.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Charlotte ___

  • Charlotte Rose
  • Charlotte Grace
  • Charlotte Anne
  • Charlotte Elizabeth
  • Charlotte Mae
  • Charlotte Jane

Loretta ___

  • Loretta Mae
  • Loretta Jean
  • Loretta Ann
  • Loretta Lynn
  • Loretta Grace
  • Loretta Sue

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Charlotte

Oliver Henry James Olivia Emma

If you choose Loretta

Rosetta Vera Mabel Darlene Clifford

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Charlotte or Loretta more popular?

Charlotte is more popular, ranked #4 compared to Loretta at #677 in the United States.

What do Charlotte and Loretta mean?

Charlotte means "free woman" (French origin). Loretta means "laurel, victory crown" (Latin origin).

Are Charlotte and Loretta boy or girl names?

Charlotte is primarily a girl name. Loretta is primarily a girl name.

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