What is the origin of the name Noretta?

Noretta is a name of Latin origin.

How do you pronounce Noretta?

Noretta is pronounced noh-RET-uh.

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Noretta

noh-RET-uh

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Latin

Total Births

381

Peak Year

#65 in 1937

First Recorded

1914

Style

Vintage, Soft & Gentle

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

A diminutive of Nora, which itself is often a short form of Honora or Eleanor, meaning 'honor' or 'light'.

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Nora Etta Retta

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Numerology

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Nicknames

Nora Etta Retta

Spelling Variations

Norita Noreen

Similar Names

Nora Eleanor Honora Aurora

Personality Traits

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