Tetra

Pronunciation: [ t-EHTR-uh ]

Tetra is a girl baby name. Ranked #34,966 in the US, popular nicknames include Tet, Tey, and Tetie.

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Girl Name #34,966 Most Popular Hidden Gem 5 Letters

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

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Meaning & Origin

Tetra is a girl name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced t-EHTR-uh.

Parents who love the name Tetra often also consider Tiffni, Samon, Tahisha .

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Historical Record

Tetra first appeared in US Social Security records in 1971.

Over 22 babies have been named Tetra in the United States since SSA records began.

Today, Tetra is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #34,966 for girl names in the US .

Popularity Over Time

#34,966
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Girl
Popularity Rank
#34,966
Total SSA Count
6

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Tet Tey Tetie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tetra

Is Tetra a boy or girl name?
Tetra is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Tetra?
Tetra is pronounced t-EHTR-uh.
How popular is the name Tetra?
Tetra is currently ranked #34966 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Tetra?
Common nicknames for Tetra include Tet, Tey, and Tetie.
Is Tetra a common or rare name?
Tetra is an uncommon name, ranked #34966 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What girl names are similar to Tetra?
Tetra pairs well with Tiffni, Samon, Tahisha, Lashanya in style and sound.

About the Name Tetra

Tetra is a girl name .

Tetra is currently ranked #34,966 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Tetra include Tet, Tey, and Tetie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

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