Retia
girl nameRetia entered the US charts in 1938, peaked at #4278 in 1954, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1938–2025
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rank today
#4278
peak (1954)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #4342 |
| 1940s | #5269 |
| 1950s | #5197 |
| 1960s | #6390 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Retia are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Retia alive today was born around 1955, making them about 70 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Retia in 2025?
- Retia is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Retia most popular?
- Retia peaked in 1954, reaching #4278 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Retia with classmates?
- Retia will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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