NAME PROFILE
Khaliah
Derived from the Latin 'stella maris' meaning 'star of the sea' or the Greek 'margaritēs' meaning 'pearl.' Maretta describes a luminous and precious soul, suggesting a person with a calming presence who acts as a guiding light for others while possessing a deep, inner strength.
Key Stats
| Total births | 1,312 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1980 |
| Peak generation | Gen X |
| First recorded | 1979 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
FL — 41%IL — 18%TX — 18%NJ — 12%CA — 12%
Notable People
Maretta Scarl (Professional vocalist and cabaret performer) · Maretta West (Astrogeologist who mapped the first lunar landing site) · Maretta Mitchell (Noted landscape and portrait artist) · Maretta Townsley (Stage and screen actress) · Maretta Taylor (Educational advocate and civic leader)
Nicknames & Diminutives
EttaRettaMari
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