Virtuous or excellent
Derived from the Greek word 'arete', which signifies moral virtue, excellence, and reaching one's full potential. While it has ancient roots, it became iconic in the 20th century due to the immense cultural impact of the 'Queen of Soul'.
Less common today
Aretha isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,020 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Legendary American singer known as the 'Queen of Soul'
Four-time Olympic discus thrower
