Reatha

Reatha Origin and Meaning

The name Reatha is a girl's name.

Reatha is a feminine name with American origins, emerging primarily in the early to mid-20th century. It likely developed as a variation of names like Ruth or Aretha, possibly influenced by the trend of creating distinctive names by adding prefixes or suffixes to traditional ones. The name has a melodic quality with its soft 'th' sound and ending vowel. Reatha experienced modest popularity in the United States between the 1910s and 1940s but has become increasingly uncommon since the 1960s. The name carries a vintage charm characteristic of its era, evoking associations with the strong, dignified women of earlier generations. Today, Reatha stands out as a distinctive choice that combines familiarity with uniqueness.

Reatha Rank in US Top 1000

# 879 in the US

Famous People Named Reatha

• Reatha King American chemist and General Mills board chair