Deetta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Deetta is an American name that likely derives from Diana or Deidre, reflecting divine qualities. Its language evolution includes historical forms like Detta. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is perceived as charming and feminine. There is no biblical background associated with it.
The name Deetta is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the Northeast 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, Deetta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 West. Across generations, 'Deetta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2569th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2000th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2343rd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5079th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15132nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Deetta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Deetta"
Pronunciation
/diˈɛtə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Deetta is likely a modern variant of the name 'Detta,' which itself is derived from names like 'Diana' or 'Deidre.'
Meaning
related to divine or goddess-like qualities
Language Evolution
Diana, Deidre, Detta, Deetta
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the early to mid-20th century as a feminine name, often used in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Deidre, Diana, Detta
Modern Popularity & Image
Deetta is considered a unique and vintage name, often associated with charm and femininity.
Famous People
Deetta McCowan, an American singer and songwriter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Deetta"
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 "Deetta"
"Deetta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2569th of 9107 | 214 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2000th of 9204 | 319 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2343rd of 12526 | 428 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5079th of 19264 | 167 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15132nd of 27321 | 39 |
Regional Popularity of "Deetta" 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 "Deetta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
89.99% 2004th/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Deetta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Deetta" 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.