Cosette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Cosette is a French name that means 'little thing' or 'girl'. It evolved from the diminutive of 'Nicole', which has Greek origins. The name gained prominence through literature, particularly in the 19th century, and is often associated with innocence and resilience. It has no biblical relevance. Today, Cosette is viewed as a charming and elegant name.
The name Cosette is most popular in Utah, 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, Cosette has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, falling 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, 'Cosette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4035th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5291st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3550th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7326th 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 2696th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1855th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Cosette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Cosette"
Pronunciation
/kɔːˈzɛt/
Origin
French
Etymology
Cosette is derived from the diminutive form of the name 'Nicole', which itself comes from the Greek name 'Nikolaos', meaning 'victory of the people'. The name became popularized in the 19th century through Victor Hugo's novel 'Les Misérables'.
Meaning
little thing, girl
Language Evolution
Nicole, Colette, Cosette
Historical Usage
Cosette gained popularity in the late 19th century, particularly after the publication of 'Les Misérables' in 1862, where the character Cosette is portrayed as a symbol of innocence and resilience.
Variants & Derivatives
Colette, Nicole, Coco
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Cosette is often associated with themes of hope and transformation, largely due to its literary roots. It is perceived as a charming and elegant name, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Famous People
Cosette Valois (fictional character from 'Les Misérables')
📊 Cosette Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 141 peak births in 2015
Geographic Spread
Popular across 21 US states, with strongest presence in Utah
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Cosette"
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 "Cosette"
"Cosette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4035th of 9107 | 91 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 5291st of 9204 | 46 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3550th of 12526 | 218 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7326th of 19264 | 90 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5777th of 27321 | 225 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2696th of 35406 | 970 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1855th of 30306 | 1,324 |
Regional Popularity of "Cosette" 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 "Cosette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
- |
75.53% 2096th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - |
59.54% 3761st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
73.44% 3365th/4582 |
71.34% 3684th/5164 |
49.36% 3610th/7313 |
25.71% 1919th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
52.61% 2096th/3984 |
51.13% 2294th/4487 |
37.55% 2562nd/6822 |
18.40% 1155th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Cosette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Cosette" 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.