Loretta Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Loretta Name at a Glance

Name	Loretta
Meaning	Small sage one.
Origin	Anglo-Saxon
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Loretta Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Loretta means “Small sage one”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Loretta Name Origin

Our database records Loretta under Anglo-Saxon origin. Browse more Anglo-Saxon baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Loretta a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Loretta is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Loretta

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