Saretha
Hebrew · Girl · 3 syllables
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About the name Saretha
Saretha is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew name Sariah, meaning "princess" or "noblewoman," combining the root "sar" (prince/noble) with the feminine suffix "-ah." The name is primarily used within Christian and Jewish communities, with particular prominence in African American churches during the 20th century, notably borne by soul singer Aretha Franklin's sister.
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Etymology
Saretha is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew name Sariah, meaning "princess" or "noblewoman," combining the root "sar" (prince/noble) with the feminine suffix "-ah." The name is primarily used within Christian and Jewish communities, with particular prominence in African American churches during the 20th century, notably borne by soul singer Aretha Franklin's sister.
Saretha currently ranks #10,113 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1969.
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