Garnetta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Garnetta is a name of Latin origin meaning 'to equip' or 'to furnish'. It evolved from the Middle English form Garnet, leading to its modern usage. The name is characterized by its uniqueness and creativity, with no significant biblical relevance.
The name Garnetta is most popular in Kentucky, 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, Garnetta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Garnetta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1875th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2419th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3342nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9197th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Garnetta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Garnetta"
Pronunciation
/ɡɑːrˈnɛtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Garnetta is derived from the Latin word 'garnire', which means 'to equip' or 'to furnish'. It is often thought to be a feminine form of the name Garnet, which itself is derived from a gemstone name.
Meaning
to equip, to furnish
Language Evolution
Garnet (Middle English), Garnetta (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Garnetta gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a unique feminine variant of Garnet.
Variants & Derivatives
Garnet, Garnie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Garnetta is considered a distinctive and somewhat rare name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Garnetta L. Smith, American artist, Garnetta D. Smith, American educator
📊 Garnetta Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 30 peak births in 1922
Geographic Spread
Popular across 3 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 "Garnetta"
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 "Garnetta"
"Garnetta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1875th of 9107 | 353 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2419th of 9204 | 234 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3342nd of 12526 | 241 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9197th of 19264 | 56 |
Regional Popularity of "Garnetta" 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 "Garnetta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
79.17% 1121st/1416 |
- |
64.84% 1534th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
86.40% 2033rd/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 "Garnetta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Garnetta" 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.