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:
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
References
- ↑ Isebell Gauche (2012). The A to Z of Names (Revised and Expanded ed.). Christian Art Distributors Pty Limited. p. 48. ISBN 9781415316269.
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