What is the origin of the name Lorita?

Lorita is a name of Spanish origin.

How do you pronounce Lorita?

Lorita is pronounced loh-REE-tah.

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Lorita

loh-REE-tah

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Spanish

Total Births

1,748

Peak Year

#43 in 1944

First Recorded

1902

Style

Vintage, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A Spanish diminutive of Laura, meaning 'laurel wreath' or 'victory'.

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Lori Rita Lora

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Numerology

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Nicknames

Lori Rita Lora

Spelling Variations

Loreta Loretta Lourita

Similar Names

Laura Elena Sofia Isabella Alessandra

Personality Traits

KindCharmingArtisticGentle

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