Loretta vs Marlowe

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

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Popularity Comparison

Loretta Rank #677
Marlowe Rank #624

Marlowe is more popular, ranked #624 vs #677 for Loretta.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Loretta ___

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

Marlowe ___

  • Marlowe Jane
  • Marlowe Rose
  • Marlowe Grace
  • Marlowe Quinn
  • Marlowe Sage

Sibling Name Ideas

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loretta or Marlowe more popular?

Marlowe is more popular, ranked #624 compared to Loretta at #677 in the United States.

What do Loretta and Marlowe mean?

Loretta means "laurel, victory crown" (Latin origin). Marlowe means "driftwood" (Old English origin).

Are Loretta and Marlowe boy or girl names?

Loretta is primarily a girl name. Marlowe is primarily a girl name.

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