Theretha
girl nameTheretha entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #4851 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#4851
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4851 |
| 1950s | #5713 |
| 1960s | #5891 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Theretha are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Theretha alive today was born around 1954, making them about 71 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Theretha in 2025?
- Theretha is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Theretha most popular?
- Theretha peaked in 1926, reaching #4851 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Theretha with classmates?
- Theretha will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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