Estes Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Estes originates from the Old English term for 'east' and has historical ties to Old French. It has evolved through various forms over the centuries, maintaining its connection to the notion of direction. The name carries traits of tradition and family legacy, with no direct biblical relevance.
The name Estes is most popular in Georgia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Estes has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Estes' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1874th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2826th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3786th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14070th out of 23106 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7673rd out of 9107 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17425th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Estes' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Estes"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛstɪs/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
The name Estes is derived from the Old English word 'ēast,' meaning 'east' or 'eastern.' It may also be linked to the Old French name 'Estienne,' which is a variant of Stephen.
Meaning
East, eastern
Language Evolution
Old English: ēast, Old French: Estienne, Middle English: Estis
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century, often associated with families settling in the eastern regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Estis, Estienne, Easte
Modern Popularity & Image
Estes is viewed as a traditional and somewhat rare name today, often associated with heritage and family history.
Famous People
William Estes, an American mathematician, John Estes, an American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Estes"
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 "Estes"
"Estes" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1874th of 7545 | 279 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2826th of 6773 | 132 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3786th of 7552 | 82 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 14070th of 23106 | 33 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 7673rd of 9107 | 11 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17425th of 30306 | 38 |
Regional Popularity of "Estes" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
72.10% 1706th/2366 |
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| 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 "Estes" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Estes"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Estes" 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.