Retha
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A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Retha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 2,923 babies have been named Retha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Retha is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #49,167 for girl names in the US .
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- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #49,167
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Retha
Retha is a girl name .
Retha is currently ranked #49,167 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Retha include Ret, Rey, Reie, and Retkins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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