Aleta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aleta is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'truth' or 'noble.' It has evolved from forms like Aletheia and Alethea, reflecting its roots in ancient languages. The name carries traits of honesty and grace, with no direct biblical references. It became more popular in the 20th century, and today it is viewed as a unique and elegant choice.
The name Aleta is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers 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, Aleta 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, 'Aleta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1242nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1160th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 791st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1447th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3222nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 8100th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9386th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aleta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aleta"
Pronunciation
/əˈliːtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Aleta is derived from the Latin word 'alete,' which means 'truth' or 'noble.' It has also been associated with the Spanish word 'aleta,' meaning 'fin,' which connects to the idea of grace and agility.
Meaning
truth, noble
Language Evolution
Aleta (modern form), Aletheia (Greek origin), Alethea (Anglicized form)
Historical Usage
Aleta gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its use has been influenced by various cultural references and literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Alethea, Aletheia, Ally
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aleta is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with qualities of honesty and nobility. It is not overly common, giving it a distinctive appeal.
Famous People
Aleta D. Anderson (American artist), Aleta O. G. Adams (Australian politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aleta"
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 "Aleta"
"Aleta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1242nd of 9107 | 666 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1160th of 9204 | 749 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 791st of 12526 | 2,963 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1447th of 19264 | 1,157 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3222nd of 27321 | 509 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 8100th of 35406 | 216 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9386th of 30306 | 131 |
Regional Popularity of "Aleta" 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 "Aleta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
68.86% 975th/1416 |
100.00% 1379th/1379 |
65.51% 1550th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
73.61% 1138th/1546 |
86.05% 1339th/1556 |
53.63% 1262nd/2353 |
73.17% 1132nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
32.33% 720th/2227 |
30.82% 749th/2430 |
34.70% 990th/2853 |
24.25% 673rd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
50.53% 1484th/2937 |
50.07% 1744th/3483 |
48.72% 1714th/3518 |
35.53% 1437th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
95.17% 3507th/3685 |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
- |
65.68% 4149th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Aleta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aleta" 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.