NAME PROFILE

Loretto

Originating as a variant of the name Dennis, meaning 'follower of Dionysos' or 'devotee of the god of wine.' It describes a spirited individual who possesses a zest for life, natural charisma, and a talent for making every moment feel like a celebration.

Key Stats

Total births933
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1915
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1913
Most recent1958
Syllables3
OriginEnglish, Greek
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Name Traits & Attributes

🏛️ Vintage Heritage✨ Double Letter

Top States

NY — 67%PA — 17%MO — 17%MT — 0%ND — 0%

Notable People

Donnis (American rapper, 'Diary of an ATL Brave') · Donnis Thompson (Pioneering track coach and first female athletic director at the University of Hawaii) · Donnis Todd (Award-winning Master Distiller of Garrison Brothers Distillery) · Donnis Baggett (Renowned Texas journalist and Hall of Fame inductee) · Donnis Hazel (Author and illustrator of children's literature)

Nicknames & Diminutives

DonnieDonDee

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