Holding steady.
Popularity of Darletta since 1949
Babies named Darletta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 7 |
| 1950s | 38 |
| 1960s | 41 |
| 1970s | 17 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Darletta is a rare American modern invention that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1949. It reached its peak popularity in 1966, yet still remained outside the top 1,000 names for any given year. Since then, its usage has been stable, with a very low number of annual registrations. The name is speculated to be a blend of Darla, a diminutive of Darlene (from the English word 'darling'), and the suffix -etta, which was fashionable in mid-20th-century feminine naming. With no top states of concentration and no known famous bearers, Darletta remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a vintage mid-century feel.
Darletta is a modern American coinage, likely formed by blending the name Darla (itself a diminutive of Darlene, derived from the English word 'darling') with the popular feminine suffix -etta, which was fashionable in the mid-20th century. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1949, during a period when novel feminine names ending in -etta were being created. The name never gained widespread usage but peaked in 1966 and has remained stable but rare since.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Darla, Lettie
Sibling names for Darletta
Names that share Darletta's style, for a brother or sister.
