Name Meaning & Origin
🔊 /əˈreɪ.tə/ ˈa.rɛ.tə
"Virtuous, honorable"
Data last updated: 2025 SSA records
From the Greek word ‘arete’ meaning virtue, morality, and excellence. In Christian tradition, the name Aretta symbolizes a woman of great character, piety, and nobility. In the Bible, Aretta is not mentioned directly, but the virtuous woman in Proverbs 31 is a common reference.
A noble woman…
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Numerology: Expressive, artistic, and enthusiastic, threes are natural communicators. They love connection and beauty, and have a strong desire to be appreciated.
Life Path 2 — Harmony & Diplomacy: Cooperative, sensitive, and excellent mediators.
Cultural Impact
The name Genesis owes its origins to the English word 'genesis', meaning 'beginning' or 'origin'. It has biblical and scientific connotations, referring to both the opening book of the Old Testament and the scientific term for the origin of the universe.
Spiritual Significance
Genesis signifies the beginning of creation, the foundation of human history, and the origin of God's relationship with mankind.
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Root element "Aretta" emerges in (Greek) tradition, carrying the core meaning "Virtuous, honorable".
Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.
Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.
Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.
~1,142 people named Aretta in the US. Peaked in 1923 with 33 recorded uses.
Aretta means "Virtuous, honorable" and is a popular Christian name with deep spiritual significance.
Yes, Aretta is a beautiful Christian name that carries positive meaning and is widely used in Christian communities around the world.
Aretta has (Greek) origins and is rooted in Christian tradition and culture.
The Life Path number for Aretta is 2, associated with Harmony & Diplomacy. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 4.
Aretta is Predominantly Female. Based on US data, 0% male and 100% female.
Approximately 1,142 people in the United States are named Aretta. The name peaked in 1923 with 33 recorded uses.
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