Creta is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has English origins and is pronounced as KREE-tuh (/kriːtə/). The name Creta has variations including Crete. Although not extremely popular, Creta has been given to newborns in the United States since the late 19th century. It reached its peak in popularity in the mid-20th century, with occurrences ranging from 5 to 17 babies per year. The associations of the name Creta are not widely known, making it an intriguing choice for parents looking for something distinctive and meaningful for their little one.