לורטה
Meaning of the name לורטה
Loreta is a delicate and distinctive feminine name with deep Latin roots and romantic significance. The name originates from the Latin 'Lauretta' or 'Loreta', which is a diminutive form of 'Laura', derived from the Latin word 'laurus' meaning 'laurel tree'. In ancient Roman culture, the laurel symbolized honor, victory, and success, with laurel wreaths awarded to Olympic champions and celebrated poets. The name carries with it the charm of nature, the nobility of classical tradition, and the feminine grace that characterizes it. In Jewish communities, the name Loreta was adopted primarily during the 19th and 20th centuries, when Jewish families in Europe and the Middle East embraced international names that were common in their cultural surroundings. The name was particularly popular among Italian, Spanish, and Greek Jews, where Mediterranean cultural influence was strong. Many families chose this name for its musical and elegant sound, and because it served as a cultural bridge allowing their daughters to integrate into broader society while maintaining their Jewish identity. The name conveys sophistication, feminine charm, and artistic sensitivity, and is perceived as suitable for an educated, cultured woman with refined taste. Today, Loreta is considered a rare and special name, granting its bearer uniqueness and distinction. It suits parents seeking a name with rich European heritage, one that combines tradition with an international character. Women bearing the name Loreta are often perceived as warm personalities who love beauty and art, possessing a gentle yet internally strong character. The name also evokes the figure of Our Lady of Loreto in Italy, a famous Catholic pilgrimage site, lending it a spiritual and religious dimension in Western culture. In Hebrew, the name is written and pronounced identically to its original form, making it easy to carry both in Israel and throughout the wider world.
The name לורטה with vowels
לוֹרֶטָה
The name לורטה in English
Loreta | Loretta | Lauretta
לורטה is mainly suitable for
Girl
Is the name לורטה considered international
Yes
Origin of the name לורטה from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, the name Loreta is connected to energies of beauty, harmony, and connection to nature. The laurel tree, from which the name derives, symbolizes in Kabbalistic wisdom spiritual protection and the crown of success. The name carries a frequency of feminine grace and spiritual delicacy, encouraging the name bearer to develop her artistic and aesthetic side.
Gematria value for the name לורטה
250
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30
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6
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200
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9
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5
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Numerology value for the name לורטה
7
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30
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6
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200
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9
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5
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250
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2
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5
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0
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7
Famous people named לורטה
Loretta Lynn - famous American country music singer | Loretta Young - Oscar-winning Hollywood actress