Holding steady.
Popularity of Joretta since 1930
Babies named Joretta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1930s | 556 |
| 1940s | 148 |
| 1950s | 192 |
| 1960s | 112 |
| 1970s | 25 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Joretta is an uncommon feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1930, during the late stages of the Great Depression. Its peak came just one year later, in 1931, when it saw its highest recorded usage. The name's trajectory has been stable since its brief debut, never achieving widespread popularity. It is not found among the top states, suggesting highly localized or sporadic use. Joretta likely originated as a creative variant of more familiar names like Loretta or Georgette, fitting a pattern of elaborate feminine endings popular in the early 20th century.
Joretta is a rare feminine name that emerged in the United States in the early 20th century. It may be an elaborated form of Jore, a short form of George, or a variant of Georgette, the French feminine diminutive of George. The name saw limited use, with its peak popularity in 1931.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jory
Sibling names for Joretta
Names that share Joretta's style, for a brother or sister.
