Coretta
Pronunciation: [ k-awr-EHT-uh ]
Coretta is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,372 in the US, popular nicknames include Cor, Coy, and Corie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Coretta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,151 babies have been named Coretta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Coretta is past its peak , currently ranked #70,372 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,372
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Coretta
Coretta is a girl name .
Coretta is currently ranked #70,372 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Coretta include Cor, Coy, Corie, and Coreie. 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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