Oretha
Oretha is a girl baby name. Ranked #70,154 in the US, popular nicknames include Ore, Ory, and Oreie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Oretha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 319 babies have been named Oretha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Oretha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #70,154 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #70,154
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Oretha
Oretha is a girl name .
Oretha is currently ranked #70,154 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Oretha include Ore, Ory, Oreie, and Oretie. 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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