Detta
girl nameDetta entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2202 in 1930, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
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rank today
#2202
peak (1930)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3946 |
| 1920s | #3600 |
| 1930s | #3666 |
| 1940s | #4116 |
| 1950s | #5386 |
| 1960s | #5802 |
| 1970s | #8029 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Detta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Detta alive today was born around 1956, making them about 69 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Detta in 2025?
- Detta is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Detta most popular?
- Detta peaked in 1930, reaching #2202 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Detta with classmates?
- Detta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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