Loretta
boy nameLoretta entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #1387 in 1911, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
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rank today
#1387
peak (1911)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2885 |
| 1920s | #3396 |
| 1930s | #1961 |
| 1940s | #2603 |
| 1950s | #2864 |
| 1960s | #3234 |
| 1970s | #4816 |
| 1980s | #6262 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Loretta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Loretta alive today was born around 1940, making them about 85 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Loretta in 2025?
- Loretta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Loretta most popular?
- Loretta peaked in 1911, reaching #1387 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Loretta with classmates?
- Loretta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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