Aretha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationuh-REE-tha / əˈriːθəGreek; African American
Meaning
Greek: 'worthy'; African American: 'praise'
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Aretha gained prominence in the 20th century, particularly due to the influence of Aretha Franklin, an iconic American singer known as the 'Queen of Soul.' It has roots in Greek, where it signifies worthiness, and has been embraced in African American culture as a name of praise. The name reflects a blend of cultural significance and artistic legacy.
Trend Summary
Aretha has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with notable peaks during the 1960s and 1970s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aretha
- Aree
- Retha
International Variants
- Aretha (English)
Famous people named Aretha
Aretha Franklin was an American singer, songwriter, and civil rights activist known for her powerful voice and influence on soul music.
Aretha Wilson is a Canadian actress known for her roles in various television series and films.
Fictional characters named Aretha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aretha was first seen in the United States in 1900. Aretha has ranked as high as #638 nationally, which occurred in 1968, and has been most popular in Georgia, Mississippi, Texas, Alabama, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Aretha has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aretha (1984)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1900 | 5 |
| 1902 | 7 |
| 1903 | 7 |
| 1905 | 6 |
| 1906 | 5 |
| 1907 | 12 |
| 1908 | 9 |
| 1909 | 13 |
| 1910 | 10 |
| 1911 | 12 |
| 1912 | 13 |
| 1913 | 18 |
| 1914 | 24 |
| 1915 | 30 |
| 1916 | 17 |
| 1917 | 33 |
| 1918 | 24 |
| 1919 | 41 |
| 1920 | 31 |
| 1921 | 33 |
| 1922 | 46 |
| 1923 | 45 |
| 1924 | 30 |
| 1925 | 46 |
| 1926 | 39 |
| 1927 | 15 |
| 1928 | 27 |
| 1929 | 32 |
| 1930 | 37 |
| 1931 | 23 |
| 1932 | 39 |
| 1933 | 34 |
| 1934 | 39 |
| 1935 | 36 |
| 1936 | 31 |
| 1937 | 31 |
| 1938 | 30 |
| 1939 | 39 |
| 1940 | 28 |
| 1941 | 20 |
| 1942 | 31 |
| 1943 | 28 |
| 1944 | 33 |
| 1945 | 34 |
| 1946 | 34 |
| 1947 | 32 |
| 1948 | 44 |
| 1949 | 31 |
| 1950 | 36 |
| 1951 | 32 |
| 1952 | 36 |
| 1953 | 27 |
| 1954 | 31 |
| 1955 | 30 |
| 1956 | 38 |
| 1957 | 47 |
| 1958 | 34 |
| 1959 | 44 |
| 1960 | 59 |
| 1961 | 110 |
| 1962 | 130 |
| 1963 | 110 |
| 1964 | 123 |
| 1965 | 148 |
| 1966 | 91 |
| 1967 | 385 |
| 1968 | 543 |
| 1969 | 309 |
| 1970 | 257 |
| 1971 | 237 |
| 1972 | 199 |
| 1973 | 147 |
| 1974 | 153 |
| 1975 | 117 |
| 1976 | 97 |
| 1977 | 91 |
| 1978 | 80 |
| 1979 | 64 |
| 1980 | 55 |
| 1981 | 54 |
| 1982 | 50 |
| 1983 | 33 |
| 1984 | 40 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 34 |
| 1987 | 27 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 23 |
| 1990 | 25 |
| 1991 | 21 |
| 1992 | 17 |
| 1993 | 12 |
| 1994 | 14 |
| 1995 | 9 |
| 1997 | 8 |
| 1998 | 7 |
| 1999 | 10 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2010 | 7 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 6 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 5 |
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 6 |