Floretta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Floretta originates from Latin, meaning 'flower.' It has evolved from names like Flora and has traits associated with beauty and nature. There is no direct biblical relevance, and the name gained popularity in the 19th century. Today, it is perceived as elegant and charming, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Floretta is most popular in Alabama, 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, Floretta 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, 'Floretta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1274th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1227th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2046th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5618th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 24560th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Floretta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Floretta"
Pronunciation
/fləˈrɛtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Floretta is derived from the Latin word 'flos,' which means 'flower.' The name is often associated with blooming and beauty.
Meaning
flower
Language Evolution
Flora, Floretta, Flor
Historical Usage
Floretta gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine name, particularly in literary and artistic contexts, symbolizing beauty and nature.
Variants & Derivatives
Flora, Florence, Flo
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Floretta is seen as an elegant and charming name, often associated with nature and grace.
Famous People
Floretta Adair, Floretta McCoy
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Floretta"
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 "Floretta"
"Floretta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1274th of 9107 | 646 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1227th of 9204 | 688 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2046th of 12526 | 543 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5618th of 19264 | 142 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 24560th of 27321 | 9 |
Regional Popularity of "Floretta" 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 "Floretta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
83.39% 1150th/1379 |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
95.54% 1477th/1546 |
76.41% 1189th/1556 |
59.54% 1401st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
95.80% 2328th/2430 |
74.48% 2125th/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| 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 "Floretta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Floretta" 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.