Areta Explained

Areta is a surname possibly derived from Greek ἀρετή (arete) meaning "virtue".^[1] It is also a given name. Notable people with the name include:Name of Irans oldest civilisation (7000 years bc)in province Jiroft.

Surname

• Esteban Areta (1932–2007), Spanish footballer
• Luis Felipe Areta (born 1942), Spanish triple jumper

Given name

• Areta Konomi (born 1989), Greek volleyball player
• Areta Koopu (born 1941), New Zealand social worker and activist
• Areta Wilkinson (born 1969), New Zealand jeweller

Notes and References

1. Book: The A to Z of Names. Isebell Gauche. 2012. 9781415316269. Christian Art Distributors Pty Limited. 48. Revised and Expanded .