Henretta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Henretta is of Germanic origin, meaning 'ruler of the home'. It evolved from historical forms of the name Henry and is characterized by a sense of strength and leadership. It does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity as a feminine name in the 19th century. While modern usage is less common, it conveys a classic charm and has been borne by notable individuals.
The name Henretta is most popular in Mississippi, 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, Henretta has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Henretta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1234th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2082nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4435th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 12822nd out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Henretta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Henretta"
Pronunciation
/hɛnˈrɛtə/
Origin
Germanic
Etymology
Henretta is a feminine form derived from the masculine name Henry, which comes from the Germanic elements 'heim' meaning 'home' and 'ric' meaning 'ruler'.
Meaning
ruler of the home
Language Evolution
Heimirich, Henric, Henry, Henretta
Historical Usage
Henretta gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine variant of Henry, particularly in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Henrietta, Henny, Rita
Modern Popularity & Image
Henretta is relatively uncommon today but evokes a classic and vintage charm, often associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Henretta L. B. Lewis, an influential educator, Henretta de Villiers, a noted artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Henretta"
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 "Henretta"
"Henretta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1234th of 9107 | 670 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2082nd of 9204 | 303 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4435th of 12526 | 149 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 12822nd of 19264 | 23 |
Regional Popularity of "Henretta" 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 "Henretta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
36.09% 854th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
58.14% 1368th/2353 |
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| 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 "Henretta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Henretta" 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.