Iretha

“Iretha is a modern creation and does not have a long history or traditional use”

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1818US 2023

382Births / yr

→Stable

359All-time births

📅 Since 191500

What does Iretha mean and where does it come from?

Iretha is a modern creation and does not have a long history or traditional use. It may be seen as a unique or invented name in some English-speaking countries, especially in the United States.

Cultural significance

Iretha has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #2416 in 1937 — currently #1818 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Iretha?

Iretha works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Iretha Grace

How popular is Iretha right now?

Holding steady — currently #1818 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1915–2023#1818 · Top 1.3%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1818	382	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2022	#1823	362	▲ up 5 · +9% births
2021	#1828	332	▲ up 6396 · +6540% births
1970	#8224	5	▼ down 2887 · -29% births
1960	#5337	7	▼ down 428
1955	#4909	7	▼ down 1363 · -12% births
1945	#3546	8	▲ up 1139 · +60% births
1940	#4685	5	▼ down 1990 · -55% births
1935	#2695	11	▲ up 1636 · +83% births
1930	#4331	6	▼ down 1573 · -54% births
1925	#2758	13	▼ down 38
1920	#2720	13	▲ up 1036 · +86% births
1915	#3756	7	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Iretha

Best Year2023Rank #1818

Peak Count382

Average Rank#3725

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1915 - 202313 years

The story of Iretha

Iretha entered American naming records in 1915 and has been in use for over 109 years. With 359 total births recorded, Iretha remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3756 in 1915 to #1818 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Iretha in 1937:

Mary Barbara Patricia Shirley Betty

Iretha by decade

Iretha peaked in the 1930s. See all 1930s names →

Decade	Births
1910s	23
1920s ★	88
1930s	72
1940s	64
1950s	51
1960s	45
1970s	16

💎Iretha has only 359 total recorded births since 1915 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Iretha?

Common

IreIrIrieIryEtha

What names sound and feel like Iretha?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Iretha also consider these

Unknown · A beloved name

Wretha

American · Possibly derived from

Common questions about the name Iretha

What does the name Iretha mean?

Iretha means "English" — a name rooted in American tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Iretha?

Iretha is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Iretha?

Iretha originates from American tradition. American names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Iretha?

Iretha pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Iretha a common or rare name?

Iretha is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.