Emma 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

Emma Rank #2
Loretta Rank #677

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 vs #677 for Loretta.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Emma ___

  • Emma Rose
  • Emma Grace
  • Emma Jane
  • Emma Louise
  • Emma Kate
  • Emma Marie

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 Emma

Olivia Charlotte Liam Henry Sophia

If you choose Loretta

Rosetta Vera Mabel Darlene Clifford

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Emma or Loretta more popular?

Emma is more popular, ranked #2 compared to Loretta at #677 in the United States.

What do Emma and Loretta mean?

Emma means "strength" (Germanic origin). Loretta means "laurel, victory crown" (Latin origin).

Are Emma and Loretta boy or girl names?

Emma is primarily a girl name. Loretta is primarily a girl name.

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