Coretta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Coretta originates from Latin, meaning 'heart'. It evolved from the name Cora, reflecting a linguistic transition from Latin to modern usage. Coretta is associated with strong traits and has a significant cultural impact due to its connection with civil rights. There is no biblical relevance associated with this name.
The name Coretta is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Coretta 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, 'Coretta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3922nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3218th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3390th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1331st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3619th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 14887th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10179th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Coretta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Coretta"
Pronunciation
/kɔːˈrɛtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Coretta is derived from the Latin word 'cor', meaning 'heart'. It is often considered a diminutive form of the name 'Cora', which is linked to the Greek word for 'maiden'.
Meaning
heart
Language Evolution
Cora, Coretta
Historical Usage
The name Coretta gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly due to the prominence of Coretta Scott King, the wife of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr.
Variants & Derivatives
Cora, Cory, Koretta
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Coretta is perceived as a name associated with strength, cultural significance, and social justice, largely influenced by Coretta Scott King's legacy.
Famous People
Coretta Scott King, Coretta Scott King, Coretta Lee
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Coretta"
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 "Coretta"
"Coretta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3922nd of 9107 | 97 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3218th of 9204 | 145 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3390th of 12526 | 236 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1331st of 19264 | 1,328 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3619th of 27321 | 434 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 14887th of 35406 | 78 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10179th of 30306 | 115 |
Regional Popularity of "Coretta" 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 "Coretta" 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) |
47.50% 1395th/2937 |
48.58% 1692nd/3483 |
23.59% 830th/3518 |
74.26% 3003rd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
54.70% 2841st/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Coretta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Coretta" 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.