Annetta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Annetta is a diminutive of the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace'. It evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old French, before becoming popular in English. The name is associated with elegance and classic charm, but it is less frequently used in modern times. It does not have a direct biblical reference, and notable figures with this name include writers and artists.
The name Annetta is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Annetta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Annetta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 694th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 643rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 880th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1408th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4465th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9339th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11564th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Annetta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Annetta"
Pronunciation
/əˈnɛtə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Annetta is a diminutive form of Anne, which comes from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'.
Meaning
grace
Language Evolution
Hannah (Hebrew), Anna (Latin), Anne (Old French), Annetta (Italian/English)
Historical Usage
Annetta gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Italy and among English speakers influenced by Italian culture.
Variants & Derivatives
Anne, Anna, Annie, Annette
Modern Popularity & Image
Annetta is viewed as a classic and elegant name, though it is less common today compared to its variants like Anna and Anne.
Famous People
Annetta Dell'Acqua, Italian-American writer, Annetta K. Brown, American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Annetta"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Annetta"
"Annetta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 694th of 9107 | 1,954 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 643rd of 9204 | 2,209 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 880th of 12526 | 2,474 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1408th of 19264 | 1,199 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4465th of 27321 | 325 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9339th of 35406 | 175 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11564th of 30306 | 93 |
Regional Popularity of "Annetta" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
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| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
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| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
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| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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Regional Popularity of "Annetta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
36.16% 512th/1416 |
35.90% 495th/1379 |
50.21% 1188th/2366 |
85.11% 972nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
35.12% 543rd/1546 |
38.69% 602nd/1556 |
27.07% 637th/2353 |
66.97% 1036th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
33.05% 736th/2227 |
42.59% 1035th/2430 |
26.95% 769th/2853 |
41.05% 1139th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
39.02% 1146th/2937 |
47.34% 1649th/3483 |
40.70% 1432nd/3518 |
59.89% 2422nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
73.25% 3278th/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Annetta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Annetta" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.