Retta
girl name#11932 in 2025Retta entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #317 in 1880, ranks #11932 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#11932
rank today
#317
peak (1880)
7
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #408 |
| 1890s | #529 |
| 1900s | #687 |
| 1910s | #1052 |
| 1920s | #1158 |
| 1930s | #1084 |
| 1940s | #1270 |
| 1950s | #1465 |
| 1960s | #2767 |
| 1970s | #5700 |
| 1980s | #8714 |
| 1990s | #12624 |
| 2000s | #15031 |
| 2010s | #13495 |
| 2020s | #13104 |
Living bearers
About 1,200 people named Retta are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Retta alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Retta in 2025?
- Retta ranks #11932 among US girl names in 2025, with 7 babies given the name.
- When was the name Retta most popular?
- Retta peaked in 1880, reaching #317 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Retta with classmates?
- Retta will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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