Aretha
Aretha: name meaning, origin and popularity
How popular is Aretha?
Since 1880, 5,656 girls in the U.S. have been named Aretha. Its highest rank for girls was #398 in 1968. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
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Aretha FAQ
How popular is the name Aretha?
Since 1880, 5,656 girls in the U.S. have been named Aretha. Its highest rank for girls was #398 in 1968. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Aretha a boy or girl name?
Aretha is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 5,656 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).