Holding steady.
Popularity of Veretta since 1919
Babies named Veretta per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 5 |
| 1920s | 12 |
| 1930s | 12 |
| 1940s | 23 |
| 1950s | 60 |
| 1960s | 44 |
| 1970s | 14 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Veretta is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1919. Its peak occurred in 1953, though even then it did not enter the top 1000. The name has maintained a stable, low-level presence through the decades, with sporadic use in the 1950s and occasional births in later years. Its origins are likely as a diminutive or elaborated form of Vera, the Russian name for 'faith', or possibly a feminine variant of the surname Vere. Despite its obscurity, Veretta carries a vintage charm similar to other -etta names and fits well with mid-century style. It has never been recorded in top states and remains a distinctive choice.
Veretta is a rare feminine name that first appeared in the early 20th century. It is likely an elaborated form of Vera, which derives from the Russian word for 'faith', or a feminine variant of the surname Vere, from a Norman place name. The name has never been common, with its peak usage in the 1950s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Veri, Rett, Etta
Variants: Vereta
Sibling names for Veretta
Names that share Veretta's style, for a brother or sister.
