Cloretta
Latin · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Cloretta
The name 'Cloretta' is a modern feminine given name, likely a blend of 'Clora' (a variant of 'Clara,' from Latin *clarus* meaning "bright, clear") and the suffix '-etta' (an Italian diminutive).
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Etymology
The name 'Cloretta' is a modern feminine given name, likely a blend of 'Clora' (a variant of 'Clara,' from Latin *clarus* meaning "bright, clear") and the suffix '-etta' (an Italian diminutive). It is primarily used in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no notable historical or religious significance, though it may have seen occasional use in African American communities during the 20th century.
Cloretta currently ranks #10,049 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1953.
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