The nameLorette
Lorette is a French girl's name linked to the Marian shrine of Loreto, in Italy, and to Laure. It has been coming back in France since the 2000s.
- Girl's name
- Italian and French
- Feast day
Meaning
Lorette comes from Loreto, a town in Italy, linked to the Latin lauretum, "laurel grove". It is also a pet form of Laure.
Origin
Italian and French. According to tradition, the Holy House of Nazareth was carried to Loreto.
History
Lorette was given steadily in the 20th century and peaked in the mid 2000s.
Popularity of the name Lorette
Lorette in France
Lorette was most popular in France in the 2000s, with 605 births over the decade, 25% of all recorded babies named Lorette. Its rise began around 1913, and it peaked in 2004. Half of all babies named Lorette in France were born before 1980, so it is mostly a parents' generation name.
Variants and related names
Lorette in our baby name lists
Frequently asked questions
What does the name Lorette mean?
Lorette comes from Loreto, a town in Italy, linked to the Latin lauretum, "laurel grove". It is also a pet form of Laure.
What is the origin of the name Lorette?
Italian and French. According to tradition, the Holy House of Nazareth was carried to Loreto.
Is Lorette a girl's or a boy's name?
Lorette is a girl's name.
What are the variants of the name Lorette?
Variants and related names of Lorette include Laure.