Holding steady.
Popularity of Carletta since 1914
Babies named Carletta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 48 |
| 1920s | 114 |
| 1930s | 163 |
| 1940s | 313 |
| 1950s | 620 |
| 1960s | 625 |
| 1970s | 623 |
| 1980s | 351 |
| 1990s | 157 |
| 2000s | 41 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Carletta is a diminutive of Carla, itself a feminine form of Charles, with Italian roots meaning 'little free woman'. The name first appeared in U.S. records in 1914, but it never reached widespread popularity; it peaked in 1970 during the heyday of similar -etta endings, such as Annette and Loretta. Since then, its usage has been stable but rare, with fewer than five births per year nationally. The name has no recorded occurrence in any state's top lists, reflecting its niche, vintage appeal.
Carletta is a diminutive of Carla, the feminine form of Charles, which derives from the Germanic element *karlaz* meaning 'free man'. The name emerged in Italian-speaking communities as an affectionate pet form, then spread to English usage in the 20th century. Its use peaked in the United States during the 1970s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Carly, Lettie, Carrie
Sibling names for Carletta
Names that share Carletta's style, for a brother or sister.
