Loretta vs Olivia

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

Loretta Rank #677
Olivia Rank #1

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 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

Olivia ___

  • Olivia Rose
  • Olivia Grace
  • Olivia Jane
  • Olivia Mae
  • Olivia Claire
  • Olivia Jade

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Loretta

Rosetta Vera Mabel Darlene Clifford

If you choose Olivia

Liam Noah Charlotte Emma Sophia

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loretta or Olivia more popular?

Olivia is more popular, ranked #1 compared to Loretta at #677 in the United States.

What do Loretta and Olivia mean?

Loretta means "laurel, victory crown" (Latin origin). Olivia means "olive tree" (Latin origin).

Are Loretta and Olivia boy or girl names?

Loretta is primarily a girl name. Olivia is primarily a girl name.

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