Holding steady.
Popularity of Henretta since 1882
Babies named Henretta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1916, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Henretta's real moment was 1894.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 35 |
| 1890s | 90 |
| 1900s | 143 |
| 1910s | 303 |
| 1920s | 288 |
| 1930s | 189 |
| 1940s | 102 |
| 1950s | 94 |
| 1960s | 37 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Henretta is a vintage name that saw its highest usage in the late 1800s, peaking in 1894. It is a variant of Henrietta, the feminine form of Henry. The name has been in use since at least 1882, when it was first recorded in U.S. data. Despite its historical charm, Henretta has not experienced a revival and remains rare today. Its trajectory has been stable, meaning it has not seen significant fluctuation in recent decades. The name was most common in the 1890s but has faded from common use, though it retains a classic, old-fashioned appeal for those seeking a distinctive traditional name.
Henretta is a feminine variant of Henrietta, itself derived from the French Henriette, the feminine form of Henry. The name Henry comes from the Germanic name Heimirich, meaning "home ruler" (heim "home" + ric "ruler"). Henretta was most popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States, peaking in 1894.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hettie, Henny, Etta
Sibling names for Henretta
Names that share Henretta's style, for a brother or sister.
