Holding steady.
Popularity of Loreta since 1900
Babies named Loreta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 36 |
| 1910s | 186 |
| 1920s | 257 |
| 1930s | 259 |
| 1940s | 144 |
| 1950s | 134 |
| 1960s | 94 |
| 1970s | 47 |
| 1980s | 17 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 34 |
| 2010s | 6 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Loreta is a variant of the more familiar Loretta, itself a diminutive of Laura, the Latin name for the laurel tree. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1900 and saw its peak in 1916, though it never entered the top 1,000 most popular names. Its usage has remained stable but very low, with fewer than five occurrences per year in recent decades. Loreta represents a less common spelling of a classic name, appealing to parents seeking a traditional yet distinctive option. The trajectory of the name shows consistent but minimal use, reflecting its status as a rare choice. Despite its rarity, Loreta carries the same botanical and historical associations as Laura and Loretta, names long favored in English-speaking cultures.
Loreta is a variant of Loretta, which itself is a diminutive of Laura, derived from the Latin 'laurus' meaning 'laurel'. The name Loretta gained popularity in the 19th and early 20th centuries, especially in English-speaking countries. Loreta, with its simplified spelling, has seen sporadic but consistent use, particularly in the early 1900s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lori, Lora, Reta
Sibling names for Loreta
Names that share Loreta's style, for a brother or sister.
