Maretta
Pronunciation: [ m-ahr-EHT-uh ]
Maretta is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,746 in the US, popular nicknames include Mar, May, and Marie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Maretta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 504 babies have been named Maretta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Maretta is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,746 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,746
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Maretta
Maretta is a girl name .
Maretta is currently ranked #38,746 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Maretta include Mar, May, Marie, and Mareie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Maretta include Maren, Marely, Marelyn . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
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