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Derived from the Latin word 'clarus', meaning clear, bright, and famous. A person named Claretta is often seen as a beacon of light, possessing a luminous personality and a brilliant mind that shines in any social circle.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,377 |
| Gender | Female (0% / 100%) |
| Peak year | 1922 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 1954 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Italian, Latin |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
PA — 39%NY — 37%IL — 11%WV — 7%OH — 7%
Notable People
Claretta Petacci (Italian historical figure) · Claretta Bellamy (Gospel singer) · Claretta Moore (Author of children's literature) · Claretta Hood (American journalist and editor) · Claretta Macchi (Italian professional fencer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
ClareRettaEttaClari
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