Deretha
Deretha is a girl baby name. Ranked #16,940 in the US, popular nicknames include Der, Dey, and Derie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Deretha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 54 babies have been named Deretha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Deretha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #16,940 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #16,940
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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About the Name Deretha
Deretha is a girl name .
Deretha is currently ranked #16,940 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Deretha include Der, Dey, Derie, and Dereie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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