Noretta, of Italian origin, is a variant of the name Norton, which means 'from North Town'. It was traditionally used as a masculine given name but has since evolved to be more commonly used as a feminine name. Noretta gained popularity in the United States during the early 20th century and remains somewhat familiar today, though it is not among the most prevalent names.
The name Noretta appears to have had a significant spike in popularity between 1934 and 1939, with over 200 births during this period alone, peaking at 65 births in 1937. However, it is important to note that these figures represent total births for the name Noretta each year, not necessarily unique occurrences. Despite fluctuations in popularity, the name has maintained a consistent presence throughout much of the century.