Caretta
Caretta is a girl baby name. Ranked #65,363 in the US, popular nicknames include Car, Cay, and Carie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Caretta first appeared in US Social Security records in 1968.
Over 47 babies have been named Caretta in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Caretta is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #65,363 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #65,363
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Caretta
Caretta is a girl name .
Caretta is currently ranked #65,363 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Caretta include Car, Cay, Carie, and Careie. 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