Retta
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Retta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 923 babies have been named Retta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Retta is past its peak , currently ranked #39,049 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #39,049
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Retta
Retta is a girl name .
Retta is currently ranked #39,049 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Retta include Ret, Rey, Reie, and Retkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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