Holding steady.
Popularity of Ireta since 1903
Babies named Ireta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1920, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Ireta's real moment was 1904.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 16 |
| 1910s | 89 |
| 1920s | 130 |
| 1930s | 126 |
| 1940s | 64 |
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ireta is a remarkably rare name, first recorded in the United States in 1903. It saw its peak usage in 1904, when a handful of girls were given the name, but it has never ranked among the top 1000 names. The name has remained consistently stable in its obscurity, never experiencing a resurgence. Its exact origin is debated; it may be a variant of Areta, linking to the Greek concept of virtue, or a purely invented name from the early 1900s. Ireta is virtually absent from contemporary records, making it a true rarity. While no states recorded notable usage, the name's early adoption suggests a possible regional clustering in the Midwest or rural areas. Parents considering Ireta today would be choosing a name with a brief historical footprint and a soft, vintage sound.
Ireta is a rare name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the name Areta, itself derived from the Greek arete meaning 'virtue,' or could be a creative spelling of Irita, a name of English usage. The name saw minimal usage in the early 20th century in the United States, with a small peak in 1904.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Irie, Reta
Sibling names for Ireta
Names that share Ireta's style, for a brother or sister.
