Violetta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Violetta is an Italian name derived from 'viola', meaning violet. It has evolved through various forms and is associated with traits of beauty and creativity. The name has no biblical relevance but gained popularity in the 19th century due to cultural influences. Today, it is seen as elegant and charming, with several notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Violetta is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Violetta 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, 'Violetta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1588th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2353rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3535th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5618th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 7171st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5416th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1762nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Violetta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Violetta"
Pronunciation
/viːəˈlɛtə/
Origin
Italian
Etymology
The name Violetta is derived from the Italian word 'viola', meaning 'violet', which is a flower associated with love and beauty.
Meaning
Violet
Language Evolution
Viola, Violetta, Violette
Historical Usage
Violetta gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Italy and other European countries, partly due to literary and operatic references.
Variants & Derivatives
Viole, Viola, Violette
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Violetta is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with creativity and beauty, and has seen a resurgence in popularity in various cultures.
Famous People
Violetta Chamorro, Nicaraguan politician, Violetta Villas, Polish singer and actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Violetta"
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 "Violetta"
"Violetta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1588th of 9107 | 454 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2353rd of 9204 | 244 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3535th of 12526 | 220 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5618th of 19264 | 142 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 7171st of 27321 | 164 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5416th of 35406 | 371 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1762nd of 30306 | 1,440 |
Regional Popularity of "Violetta" 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 "Violetta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
100.00% 1416th/1416 |
63.31% 873rd/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
100.00% 2937th/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
76.45% 3948th/5164 |
80.31% 5873rd/7313 |
50.86% 3796th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
48.42% 1929th/3984 |
40.74% 1828th/4487 |
26.91% 1836th/6822 |
18.88% 1185th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Violetta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Violetta" 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.