Carletta
Carletta is a girl's name of Italian origin.
Meaning
Free woman; little Carla.
Origin and history
Carletta is an elaborated feminine form derived from Carla or Carlotta, ultimately tracing back to the Germanic name Charles. It means 'free woman'. Though historical U.S. birth records show thousands of bearers, it remains a rare choice in contemporary times.
Popularity in the United States
3,060 babies in the United States have been named Carletta since 1880. It ranks #3212 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2096.
States where it is most popular
- OH (26.7 %)
- PA (11.1 %)
- CA (8.5 %)
- MI (6.8 %)
- NC (6.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 48 |
| 1920-1930 | 114 |
| 1930-1940 | 163 |
| 1940-1950 | 313 |
| 1950-1960 | 620 |
| 1960-1970 | 625 |
| 1970-1980 | 623 |
| 1980-1990 | 351 |
| 1990-2000 | 157 |
| 2000-2010 | 41 |
| 2010-2019 | 0 |
| 2020-2029 | 5 |
Famous people named Carletta
- Carletta Simpson: Singer, Musician
Nicknames
Carla, Etta, Lettie
Fun facts
- Carletta developed as an affectionate Italian-style diminutive of Carla.
- The name experienced peak popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century.