How Many People Are Named Carletha?

Complete statistics for the name Carletha: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Carletha
Very Rare
Modern American, likely coined

Carletha has a very unique sound, barely making it onto the radar. About 428 people are named Carletha in the US today, and it's so rare, only 1 in 771,272 Americans shares this name. Most are over 60, giving it a distinctly older feel.

~428
Living in US
1 in 771,272
Americans
1962
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
A modern invented name, likely a creative blend of 'Carl' or 'Carla' with the suffix '-etha'.
🌐
Origin
Modern American, likely coined
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 5
Personality Traits
Creative Independent Warm Determined
5
Life Path Number

The number 5 is traditionally associated with freedom, adventure, and change. People connected to this number tend to be versatile, curious, and drawn to new experiences rather than routine.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

567
Worldwide Bearers
#352,372
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
550
🇻🇨 Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
11
🇦🇫 Afghanistan
1
🇧🇷 Brazil
1
🇬🇧 England
1
🇵🇭 Philippines
1
🇱🇨 Saint Lucia
1
🇻🇮 United States Virgin Islands
1

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
0 (0%)
♀ Female
428 (100%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 59
5
Would be under 30 (1%)
256
Would be 30–60 (52%)
227
Would be over 60 (47%)

All 488 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: 1962

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
80
Classic Feel
52
Modern Appeal
48
International
77

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Carletha Through the Generations

The name Carletha has a fascinating journey. With just 488 total births across all time, it's clear why it feels so uncommon today. Yet, there are still 428 people named Carletha alive in the US, showing a small but dedicated fanbase. The peak year was 1962, with 20 births, which is quite a contrast to the current stable trend. Interestingly, 47% of Carlethas are over 60, indicating a strong presence among older generations. This age skew makes Carletha a name that carries a lot of history and stories from the past.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Georgia 10

✨ Similar Names to Carletha

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Carletha's Modern American, likely coined roots

📄 About the Name Carletha

How Many People Have the Name Carletha?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 428 people in the United States currently share the name Carletha. That works out to roughly 1 in every 771,272 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Carletha a Common or Rare Name?

Carletha 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.

What Does the Name Carletha Mean?

Carletha means "A modern invented name, likely a creative blend of 'Carl' or 'Carla' with the suffix '-etha'." and comes from Modern American, likely coined origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 5.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Carletha in SSA data, approximately 0% are male and 100% are female.

When Was Carletha Most Popular?

The name Carletha reached peak popularity in 1962, with 20 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Carletha?

Approximately 428 people named Carletha live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 488. That works out to roughly 1 in 771,272 Americans.

Is Carletha a rare name?

Carletha is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 771,272 Americans has this name.

What does the name Carletha mean?

Carletha means "A modern invented name, likely a creative blend of 'Carl' or 'Carla' with the suffix '-etha'." and comes from Modern American, likely coined origins.

Is Carletha more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 0% of people named Carletha are male and 100% are female.

When was Carletha most popular?

Carletha peaked in 1962 with 20 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US428
All-Time Births488
1 in X1 in 771,272
RarityVery Rare
GenderFemale
Avg Age59
Peak Year1962
World Rank#352,372
Male %0%
Female %100%

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All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.