Hortense Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hortense originates from the Latin name Hortensius, meaning 'garden'. It evolved through Latin and French before being adopted in English. The name is associated with notable historical figures and has a vintage charm, though it is not widely used in modern times. There is no biblical relevance.
The name Hortense is most popular in Texas, 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, Hortense 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, 'Hortense' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 463rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 885th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2167th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8161st out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Hortense' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hortense"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɔːr.tɛns/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Hortense is derived from the Latin name 'Hortensius', which is believed to be related to 'hortus', meaning 'garden'. It was originally a Roman family name.
Meaning
garden
Language Evolution
Hortensius (Latin), Hortense (French), Hortense (English)
Historical Usage
Hortense gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in France and among English speakers, partly due to its association with notable figures, including Hortense de Beauharnais, the stepdaughter of Napoleon Bonaparte.
Variants & Derivatives
Hortensia, Horty
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Hortense is considered somewhat old-fashioned but is appreciated for its vintage charm and historical significance.
Famous People
Hortense de Beauharnais, Hortense Allart
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hortense"
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 "Hortense"
"Hortense" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 463rd of 9107 | 3,809 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 885th of 9204 | 1,223 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2167th of 12526 | 496 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8161st of 19264 | 72 |
Regional Popularity of "Hortense" 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 "Hortense" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
38.42% 544th/1416 |
27.63% 381st/1379 |
20.20% 478th/2366 |
39.05% 446th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
65.98% 1020th/1546 |
53.41% 831st/1556 |
32.26% 759th/2353 |
58.63% 907th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
87.41% 2124th/2430 |
53.84% 1536th/2853 |
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| 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 "Hortense"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hortense" 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.