Ettie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ettie is of English origin, derived as a diminutive of names like Henrietta, meaning 'ruler of the home'. It has evolved from Henrietta to Etta and then to Ettie. The name is associated with warmth and friendliness and has gained popularity in modern times. There is no biblical relevance connected to this name.
The name Ettie is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Ettie has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Ettie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1169th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2254th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 5165th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 16521st out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12597th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Ettie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ettie"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛti/
Origin
English
Etymology
Ettie is often considered a diminutive form of names such as Henrietta or other names ending in -etta. It can also stand alone as a given name.
Meaning
ruler of the home
Language Evolution
Henrietta, Etta, Ettie
Historical Usage
Ettie gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a feminine name, often as a pet form of longer names.
Variants & Derivatives
Etta, Henrietta, Ett
Modern Popularity & Image
Ettie is viewed as a charming and vintage name, associated with warmth and friendliness. It has seen a resurgence in recent years as parents seek unique, classic names for their children.
Famous People
Ettie Rout, a New Zealand nurse and social reformer, Ettie Hillesum, a Dutch writer and diarist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ettie"
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 "Ettie"
"Ettie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1169th of 9107 | 741 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2254th of 9204 | 263 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 5165th of 12526 | 108 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 16521st of 19264 | 10 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12597th of 30306 | 79 |
Regional Popularity of "Ettie" 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 "Ettie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- |
89.20% 1230th/1379 |
47.08% 1114th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
- |
| 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 "Ettie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ettie" 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.