Holding steady.
Popularity of Deetra since 1944
Babies named Deetra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 68 |
| 1970s | 80 |
| 1980s | 24 |
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Deetra is a rare American name that first appeared in 1944 but never gained widespread popularity. Its most frequent use occurred in 1972, when it reached its peak number of births, though still too few to enter the national rankings. The name has maintained a stable, low-level presence into the 2020s. Deetra's origins are unclear; it may have been invented as a melodic variant of Deitra or Deidra, or simply as a creative respelling. Given its scarcity, Deetra remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a mid-century vintage feel.
Deetra is a modern American name that first appeared in the mid-20th century. It may have been coined as a variant of Deitra, itself a feminine form of Deiter or a respelling of Deidra. Its usage peaked in the 1970s but has remained very rare, never ranking in the U.S. Top 1000.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dee
Sibling names for Deetra
Names that share Deetra's style, for a brother or sister.
