Arletta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Arletta is an Italian name meaning noble or eagle, derived from the Germanic roots indicating strength and nobility. It has evolved from Arla to its modern form Arletta. The name is often associated with creativity and elegance, with no biblical ties. It gained popularity in the 20th century and remains a unique choice today.
The name Arletta is most popular in Wisconsin, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent 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, Arletta 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, 'Arletta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1245th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1130th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2001st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4415th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16689th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 33240th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Arletta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Arletta"
Pronunciation
/ɑːrˈlɛtə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Arletta is derived from the Italian name 'Arletta', which is a diminutive form of 'Arla', itself thought to be derived from the Germanic elements meaning 'eagle' or 'noble'.
Meaning
noble, eagle
Language Evolution
Arla, Arletta
Historical Usage
Arletta gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century, particularly in Italian-speaking communities and has continued to be used in various cultures into the 21st century.
Variants & Derivatives
Arla, Arlette, Arlette
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Arletta is viewed as a unique and elegant name, often associated with artistic and creative individuals.
Famous People
Arletta D. Williams, an American poet known for her contributions to contemporary literature.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Arletta"
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 "Arletta"
"Arletta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1245th of 9107 | 665 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1130th of 9204 | 789 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2001st of 12526 | 568 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4415th of 19264 | 209 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 16689th of 27321 | 30 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 33240th of 35406 | 6 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18286th of 30306 | 33 |
Regional Popularity of "Arletta" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Arletta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
63.84% 904th/1416 |
65.99% 910th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
52.33% 809th/1546 |
70.89% 1103rd/1556 |
89.04% 2095th/2353 |
100.00% 1547th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
73.87% 1645th/2227 |
90.08% 2189th/2430 |
85.94% 2452nd/2853 |
94.59% 2625th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Arletta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Arletta" 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.