Jovita Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jovita is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'joyful', and it derives from the name Jovinus, which is connected to the Roman god Jupiter. The name has evolved through historical forms and has been used since the early Christian era. It is associated with positive traits and has biblical relevance of 'N/A'. Today, it has a unique charm and is represented by notable figures.
The name Jovita is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady 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, Jovita has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jovita' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6773rd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1456th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1171st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1701st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2358th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3383rd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8567th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 13512th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jovita' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jovita"
Pronunciation
/hoʊˈviːtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Jovita is derived from the Latin name 'Jovinus', which relates to the god Jupiter, known as Jove in Roman mythology. The name signifies 'of Jupiter' or 'little Jove'.
Meaning
joyful
Language Evolution
Jovinus, Jovita
Historical Usage
Jovita has been used since the early Christian era, particularly in regions influenced by Latin. It gained popularity as a feminine name in the Middle Ages.
Variants & Derivatives
Jovie, Jovita, Jovienne
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Jovita is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with joy and positivity. It is relatively uncommon but has a charming appeal.
Famous People
Jovita Idár, Jovita Moore
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jovita"
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 "Jovita"
"Jovita" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6773rd of 6773 | 5 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1456th of 9107 | 524 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1171st of 9204 | 741 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1701st of 12526 | 729 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2358th of 19264 | 544 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3383rd of 27321 | 477 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8567th of 35406 | 200 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13512th of 30306 | 69 |
Regional Popularity of "Jovita" 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 "Jovita" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
33.94% 803rd/2366 |
54.38% 621st/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
32.13% 756th/2353 |
39.04% 604th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
37.43% 1068th/2853 |
45.12% 1252nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
- |
45.82% 1612th/3518 |
35.73% 1445th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
- |
47.15% 2449th/5194 |
32.56% 2057th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
67.55% 5041st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jovita"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jovita" 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.