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Aretta

A name of uncertain origin, likely derived from the Provençal Alianòr meaning 'the other Aenor' or related to the Greek word for compassion; it describes a person who is radiant, sophisticated, and possesses a natural grace that brightens any room.

Key Stats

Total births1,142
GenderFemale (0% / 100%)
Peak year1920
Peak generationG.I. Gen
First recorded1918
Most recent1965
Syllables3
Origin
Comeback nameNo

Popularity Trend (1910–2025)

19102025

Top States

WV — 78%KY — 11%NC — 6%TX — 6%OR — 0%

Notable People

Eleonore von Habsburg (Archduchess of Austria) · Eleonore Weisgerber (Actress in Praxis Bulowbogen) · Eleonore Koch (Renowned German-Brazilian painter) · Eleonore Reuss of Kostritz (Tsaritsa of Bulgaria) · Eleonore de Provence (Queen consort of England)

Nicknames & Diminutives

EllieNoraLeoLoreElla

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