Jett Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis

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Summary

Jett is an English name that means black gemstone or to throw, originating from the Middle English word for jet. Its historical forms include Jet and Jett. The name conveys traits of modernity and boldness, with no specific biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the late 20th century and is now associated with a sense of adventure.

The name Jett is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Jett has been too falling for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, too falling for male in West, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, too falling for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for male in West, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jett' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6241st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5169th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2929th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5688th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2235th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 528th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 264th out of 23106 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 12526th out of 12526 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 17321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8764th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4225th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jett' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.

Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jett"

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Pronunciation

/dʒɛt/

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Origin

English

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Etymology

The name Jett is derived from the Middle English word 'jet', which referred to a type of lignite that is often used in jewelry. The name may also be linked to the French word 'jeté', meaning 'to throw', suggesting a dynamic or active connotation.

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Meaning

Black gemstone or to throw

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Language Evolution

Jet (Middle English), Jett (Modern English)

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Historical Usage

The name Jett gained popularity in the late 20th century, largely due to its use as a surname and its association with various cultural references, including music and film.

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Variants & Derivatives

Jet, Jettson

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Modern Popularity & Image

Currently, Jett is perceived as a modern and edgy name, often associated with a sense of adventure and boldness.

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Famous People

Jett Travolta - son of actors John Travolta and Kelly Preston, Jett Williams - country music singer and daughter of Hank Williams

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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jett"

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 "Jett"

"Jett" Popularity Across American Generations

Generation Gender Rank Total Names
G.I. Generation (1901-1927) Boy 6241st of 7545 13
Silent Generation (1928-1945) Boy 5169th of 6773 21
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Boy 2929th of 7552 150
Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) Boy 5688th of 10718 49
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Boy 2235th of 16616 471
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Boy 528th of 24088 7,420
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Boy 264th of 23106 16,158
Baby Boomers (1946-1964) Girl 12526th of 12526 5
Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) Girl 17321st of 27321 27
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) Girl 8764th of 35406 193
Generation Alpha (2013-2024) Girl 4225th of 30306 411

Regional Popularity of "Jett" 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)
- - 34.52%
1793rd/5194
32.58%
2058th/6317
Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers)
(1997-2012)
10.58%
485th/4582
18.90%
976th/5164
7.45%
545th/7313
6.23%
465th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
5.87%
234th/3984
9.76%
438th/4487
3.84%
262nd/6822
4.17%
262nd/6276

Regional Popularity of "Jett" by Generation for Female 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)
- - - 76.74%
5727th/7463
Generation Alpha
(2013-2024)
- - 64.04%
4369th/6822
54.80%
3439th/6276

State-by-State Popularity of "Jett"

This map shows the relative popularity of "Jett" 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.