Joetta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Joetta is a name of Latin origin meaning 'God is gracious.' It has evolved through various forms from Johannes to Joan, ultimately becoming Joetta. The name reflects traits of grace and kindness, though it does not have a direct biblical association. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed positively in modern contexts.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Joetta"
Pronunciation
/dʒoʊˈɛtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Joetta is derived from the name 'Joan,' which is a feminine form of 'John,' meaning 'God is gracious.' It likely evolved from the Latin 'Johannes' and has been influenced by various linguistic traditions.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Johannes (Latin), Joan (Old French), Joan (Middle English), Joetta (Modern English)
Historical Usage
The name Joetta gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of Joan.
Variants & Derivatives
Joan, Joanna, Joanie, Josie
Modern Popularity & Image
Joetta is perceived as a charming and unique name, often associated with grace and kindness.
Famous People
Joetta Clark Diggs, an American middle-distance runner, Joetta McCarty, a notable figure in the field of education
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 111 peak births in 1954
Geographic Spread
Popular across 17 US states, with strongest presence in Kentucky
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Joetta"
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 "Joetta"
"Joetta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 3358th of 9107 | 132 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1069th of 9204 | 879 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1118th of 12526 | 1,606 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2085th of 19264 | 652 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6304th of 27321 | 199 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 17803rd of 35406 | 53 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 18485th of 30306 | 32 |
Regional Popularity of "Joetta" 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 "Joetta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
55.43% 857th/1546 |
87.85% 1367th/1556 |
41.14% 968th/2353 |
94.96% 1469th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
38.48% 857th/2227 |
64.73% 1573rd/2430 |
36.38% 1038th/2853 |
45.48% 1262nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
57.58% 1691st/2937 |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
60.46% 2127th/3518 |
67.01% 2710th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Joetta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Joetta" 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 "Joetta" in the United States
The name Joetta is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the MidWest 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, Joetta 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, 'Joetta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3358th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1069th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1118th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2085th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6304th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 17803rd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 18485th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Joetta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.