Holding steady.
Popularity of Deitra since 1944
Babies named Deitra per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 96 |
| 1950s | 85 |
| 1960s | 359 |
| 1970s | 296 |
| 1980s | 154 |
| 1990s | 42 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Deitra is a rare modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1944. It never reached the top 1000 rankings, but its peak year was 1964, when it saw its highest usage. The name has maintained a stable trajectory since then, with no recent revival. While its exact derivation is uncertain, it likely represents a creative respelling or variant of Deitra, a feminine form of Dietrich. The name reflects mid-20th-century American naming trends that favored distinctive, melodic female names ending in 'a'. Despite its obscurity, Deitra retains a simple, pleasant sound and is occasionally chosen by parents seeking an uncommon, vintage-inspired name.
Deitra is a modern American coinage that appears to be a respelling or variant of Deitra, itself a feminine form of the German name Dietrich. It emerged in the mid-20th century, reaching its peak popularity in the 1960s. The name's exact origin is uncertain, as it may also have been influenced by similar-sounding names like Deidre or Deitra.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dee, Deedee
Sibling names for Deitra
Names that share Deitra's style, for a brother or sister.
