Deretha is of African origin, derived from the Swahili word 'derasha', which means 'lively' or 'full of life'. It's a unique and expressive name, often favored for its distinctive sound and meaningful essence.
The name Deretha appears to have been popular during the mid-20th century, with a noticeable peak in usage between 1944 and 1963, especially in the years 1954 and 1963 where it had its highest number of births at 8 each.