Cretia, of Latin origin, means 'spear' and is derived from the Roman cognomen Creticus. It was originally given to individuals from Crete, an island in Greece known for its rich history and culture. The name gained prominence during the Roman Empire but has since become quite rare, making it distinctive and unique.
"The name Cretia peaked in popularity with seven births in 1967, followed by a decline to five births each in the subsequent years of 1969 and 1970, resulting in a total of seventeen babies named Cretia during this period."