Koretta is a unique and distinctive given name, of African American origin, derived from the combination of two names: Coretta, meaning "song" or "harmony," often associated with civil rights activist Coretta Scott King, andretta, which is an Italian diminutive suffix meaning "little." This name was popularized during the mid-20th century by African Americans seeking to give their children distinct and meaningful names. Koretta is not particularly common, allowing it to stand out as a unique choice for parents looking for something different yet still meaningful for their daughter.
"The name Koretta saw an uptick with 7 births each in 1968 and 1971, resulting in a total of 14 babies over these two years."