Loretta vs Theodore

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
Theodore Rank #4

Theodore is more popular, ranked #4 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

Theodore ___

  • Theodore James
  • Theodore William
  • Theodore Alexander
  • Theodore John
  • Theodore Henry
  • Theodore Arthur

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Loretta

Rosetta Vera Mabel Darlene Clifford

If you choose Theodore

Olivia Charlotte Amelia Eleanor Oliver

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Loretta or Theodore more popular?

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

What do Loretta and Theodore mean?

Loretta means "laurel, victory crown" (Latin origin). Theodore means "divine gift" (Greek origin).

Are Loretta and Theodore boy or girl names?

Loretta is primarily a girl name. Theodore is primarily a boy name.

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