UK girl's name
Loredana
A feminine name derived from Loreta, a Latin name of uncertain meaning.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2022. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Loredana is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Loredana popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2022 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5669, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2000, with 7 births.
This profile covers 58 England and Wales registrations across 14 recorded years from 1996 to 2022. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
The latest count is about 43% of the recorded peak, which gives a quick read on how the name has moved since its high point.
We estimate that about 58 living people in the UK are called Loredana. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2023 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Loredana ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales in 2022, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2000, when 7 girls were registered as Loredana.
- • About 58 living people in the UK are estimated to have Loredana as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5669
2022
Births in 2022
3
Latest year
Peak year
2000
7 births
Estimated living
58
2026
Meaning
What does Loredana mean?
The name Loredana is of Italian origin, deriving from the Italian word "lode," which means "praise" or "glory." This name has its roots in the Latin word "laus," which also carries the meaning of "praise" or "commendation."
The earliest recorded use of the name Loredana dates back to the Middle Ages in Italy. During this period, the name was often bestowed upon children as a reflection of their parents' desire for them to lead a life worthy of praise and admiration.
One of the earliest known historical references to the name Loredana can be found in the writings of the Italian poet Dante Alighieri (1265-1321). In his famous work, "The Divine Comedy," Dante makes mention of a character named Loredana, though the context and significance of this reference are not entirely clear.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Loredana. One such person was Loredana de' Medici (1453-1519), a member of the influential Medici family of Florence. She was known for her patronage of the arts and her support of Renaissance artists and scholars.
Another prominent figure with this name was Loredana Bertè (born 1950), an Italian singer and actress who rose to fame in the 1970s and 1980s. She is renowned for her unique vocal style and her contributions to the Italian rock and pop music scenes.
In the realm of literature, Loredana Cannata (born 1943) is a notable Italian writer and poet. Her works often explore themes of identity, memory, and the complexities of human relationships.
The name Loredana has also been borne by several athletes throughout history. Loredana Boboca (born 1974) is a former Romanian gymnast who won multiple medals at the Olympic Games and World Championships.
Another individual of note is Loredana Nusciak (born 1979), an Italian tennis player who achieved a career-high ranking of No. 27 in the world and won several singles titles on the WTA Tour.
While the name Loredana has its roots in Italian culture, it has gained popularity in various parts of the world, particularly in other European countries and in regions with strong Italian cultural influences.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Loredana over time
The chart below shows babies named Loredana registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 1996 to 2022. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Loredana, the clearest high point is 2000. The latest England and Wales figure is 3 births in 2022, compared with 7 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Loredana by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Loredana was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5102 | 7 | 2 |
| 2010s | #4973 | 27 | 7 |
| 2000s | #3246 | 15 | 3 |
| 1990s | #2932 | 9 | 2 |
Related
Names similar to Loredana
- Lily 72,956
- Lucy 70,663
- Lauren 50,664
- Leah 33,185
- Lola 24,525
- Layla 24,520
- Laura 23,471
- Lilly 21,714
- Lydia 18,353
- Libby 14,515
- Lara 13,415
- Lacey 13,406
FAQ
Loredana: questions and answers
How popular is the name Loredana in the UK right now?
In 2022, Loredana was ranked #5669 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Loredana most popular?
The peak year on record was 2000, with 7 babies registered as Loredana in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Loredana?
A feminine name derived from Loreta, a Latin name of uncertain meaning.
How many people are called Loredana in the UK?
A total of 58 babies have been registered as Loredana across the 14 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.