Jetta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jetta is an English name derived from 'Jet', which refers to a type of lignite. The name has evolved from its Old English roots and carries the meaning of 'jet' or 'to throw'. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is currently viewed as a strong and modern name. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Jetta is most popular in Idaho, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Jetta 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, 'Jetta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1983rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1912th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2549th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6354th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5777th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4054th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6040th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jetta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jetta"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛtə/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Jetta is derived from the name 'Jet', which refers to a type of lignite, a precursor to coal. The name may also be influenced by the word 'jet' meaning to throw or to cast, possibly indicating a character trait of dynamism.
Meaning
jet, to throw
Language Evolution
Jet (Old English), Jetta (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Jetta gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Jet, Jettie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Jetta is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and independence.
Famous People
Jetta Goudal, a Dutch actress, Jetta Hinton, an American botanist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jetta"
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 "Jetta"
"Jetta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1983rd of 9107 | 325 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1912th of 9204 | 341 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2549th of 12526 | 374 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6354th of 19264 | 116 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5777th of 27321 | 225 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4054th of 35406 | 549 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6040th of 30306 | 245 |
Regional Popularity of "Jetta" 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 "Jetta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
- |
85.97% 2034th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- |
100.00% 1556th/1556 |
- | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
87.11% 6501st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jetta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jetta" 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.