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Loreto

Pronunciation: [ l-awr-EHT-oh ]

Boy Name #10,109 Most Popular Hidden Gem 6 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Loreto is a boy name, recorded for 9 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced l-awr-EHT-oh.

Parents who love the name Loreto often also consider Deshae, Silus, .

Popularity Over Time

#10,109
Current Rank
Rising Fast Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#10,109
Total SSA Count
9

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Lor Loy Lorie Loreie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Loreto

Is Loreto a boy or girl name?
Loreto is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #10109. As a girl name, it is ranked #67375. Loreto is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Loreto?
Loreto is pronounced l-awr-EHT-oh.
How popular is the name Loreto?
Loreto is currently ranked #10109 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Loreto?
Common nicknames for Loreto include Lor, Loy, Lorie, and Loreie.
Is Loreto a common or rare name?
Loreto is an uncommon name, ranked #10109 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Loreto

Loreto is a boy name .

Is Loreto a boy or girl name? Loreto is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #10,109 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #67,375. Loreto is more commonly used as a boy name.

Loreto is currently ranked #10,109 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Loreto include Lor, Loy, Lorie, and Loreie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Loreto include Lorenzo, Loren . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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