How Many People Are Named Aletta?
Complete statistics for the name Aletta: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Aletta, a very rare female name, has only 709 people bearing it in the US today, making up just 1 in 465,737 Americans. That's pretty unique! With most Alettas over 60, it definitely leans towards being an older generation's choice.
📖 Meaning & Origin
People with the name Aletta have a life path number of 5, which typically symbolizes adaptability and resourcefulness.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 61All 1,089 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1935Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Rising
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Aletta Through the Generations
Aletta peaked in popularity way back in 1935 with 37 births, but it's seeing a resurgence now. Today, there are 709 people named Aletta living in the United States, with a notable majority, over 60%, being over 60 years old. This classic name has an average age of 61, indicating its strong association with older generations. The age distribution shows 291 under-30, 193 aged 30-60, and 605 over 60, reflecting its enduring appeal among older demographics.
📍 State Distribution (Top 10)
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Aletta's Dutch roots
📄 About the Name Aletta
How Many People Have the Name Aletta?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 709 people in the United States currently share the name Aletta. That works out to roughly 1 in every 465,737 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Aletta a Common or Rare Name?
Aletta is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Aletta in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.
When Was Aletta Most Popular?
The name Aletta reached peak popularity in 1935, with 37 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Aletta?
Approximately 709 people named Aletta live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,089. That works out to roughly 1 in 465,737 Americans.
Is Aletta a rare name?
Aletta is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 465,737 Americans has this name.
What does the name Aletta mean?
The meaning and origin of Aletta are shown in the Meaning & Origin section on this page.
Is Aletta more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Aletta are male and 100% are female.
When was Aletta most popular?
Aletta peaked in 1935 with 37 births that year. Current trend: Rising.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.