Retina
Pronunciation: [ r-EHT-uhn-uh ]
Retina is a girl baby name. Ranked #23,821 in the US, popular nicknames include Ret, Rey, and Retie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Retina first appeared in US Social Security records in 1959.
Over 158 babies have been named Retina in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Retina is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #23,821 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #23,821
- Total SSA Count
- 7
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About the Name Retina
Retina is a girl name .
Retina is currently ranked #23,821 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Retina include Ret, Rey, Retie, and Retiie. 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)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis