Joretta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Joretta is a name of Latin origin, meaning 'farmer', which evolved from historical forms like Jor and Jorettus. It reflects traits of strength and resilience, with no direct biblical relevance. The name gained popularity as a feminine variant of George in the late 19th to early 20th centuries.
The name Joretta is most popular in West Virginia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation 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, Joretta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. 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. Across generations, 'Joretta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1262nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2925th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7887th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Joretta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Joretta"
Pronunciation
/dʒɔˈrɛtə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
Joretta is derived from the Latin name 'Jorettus', which is a diminutive form of 'Jor', itself a variation of 'George'. The name has connotations of farming and tillage, stemming from its roots related to the earth.
Meaning
farmer
Language Evolution
Jor, Jorettus, Joretta
Historical Usage
The name Joretta gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine variant of George.
Variants & Derivatives
Jorett, Jora, Georgette
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Joretta is considered a unique and vintage name, often associated with strength and resilience.
Famous People
Joretta L. Walker, an American artist known for her contributions to contemporary art.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 194 peak births in 1931
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in West Virginia
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Joretta"
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 "Joretta"
"Joretta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1262nd of 9204 | 655 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2925th of 12526 | 300 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7887th of 19264 | 78 |
Regional Popularity of "Joretta" 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 "Joretta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
49.94% 772nd/1546 |
84.58% 1316th/1556 |
44.11% 1038th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Joretta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Joretta" 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.