Fayetta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Fayetta is an American name derived from the Old French 'fay', meaning 'fairy' or 'elf'. It evolved from the name Fay and incorporates the diminutive suffix '-etta', giving it a feminine touch. The name reflects traits of charm and whimsy, and it does not have biblical relevance. Although it gained popularity in the United States in the late 19th century, it is less common today.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Fayetta"
Pronunciation
/fəˈjɛtə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Fayetta is a diminutive of the name Fay, which is derived from the Old French word 'fay', meaning 'fairy' or 'elf'. The addition of the suffix '-etta' gives it a feminine diminutive form.
Meaning
fairy, elf
Language Evolution
Fay, Fayetta
Historical Usage
Fayetta gained popularity in the United States during the late 19th and early 20th centuries as part of the trend of using diminutive and affectionate forms of names.
Variants & Derivatives
Fay, Fayette, Fayetta
Modern Popularity & Image
Fayetta is not widely used today, but it carries a whimsical and charming image associated with fairytales and fantasy.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 39 peak births in 1953
Geographic Spread
Popular across 4 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 4 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Fayetta"
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 "Fayetta"
"Fayetta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2543rd of 9107 | 217 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1698th of 9204 | 414 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2536th of 12526 | 377 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9420th of 19264 | 53 |
Regional Popularity of "Fayetta" 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 "Fayetta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
90.55% 1409th/1556 |
61.03% 1436th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
70.10% 2000th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Fayetta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Fayetta" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Fayetta" in the United States
The name Fayetta is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent 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, Fayetta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. 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. Across generations, 'Fayetta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2543rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1698th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2536th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9420th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Fayetta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.