Girl
Aretha
virtue, excellence
About Aretha
Aretha resonates with musical richness and historical significance. This powerful name carries an inherent dignity that commands respect while remaining warm and approachable.
The melodic flow of Aretha creates a natural rhythm when spoken, honoring its musical associations while standing strong as a distinctive choice for a contemporary child.
Aretha combines classic strength with modern relevance, offering your daughter a name with depth and character. The perfect balance of familiarity and uniqueness ensures she'll share her name with few peers while never facing pronunciation challenges. This name suggests confidence and self-possession—qualities that will serve her well throughout life.
Popularity of the Name Aretha
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | |
|---|---|
| 1962 | #931 |
| 1964 | #948 |
| 1965 | #818 |
| 1967 | #484 |
| 1968 | #398 |
| 1969 | #563 |
| 1970 | #639 |
| 1971 | #665 |
| 1972 | #718 |
| 1973 | #875 |
| 1974 | #855 |
Top names by country: United States
Variations of Name Aretha
Names Similar to Aretha
Nicknames for Aretha
- Ree
- Reta
- Ari
- Rethie
