Linette Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Linette is a French name meaning 'little flax', originating from the word 'Lin'. Its historical forms include Lina and Lin. The name is associated with grace and femininity, and while it has no biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 19th century. Notable people with this name include Linette Dupree and Linette Hargreaves.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Linette"
Pronunciation
/lɪˈnɛt/
Origin
French
Etymology
Linette is derived from the French name 'Lin', which relates to the flax plant, and the diminutive suffix '-ette', implying 'little' or 'young'.
Meaning
little flax
Language Evolution
Lina, Lin, Linette
Historical Usage
Linette gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a feminine name.
Variants & Derivatives
Lina, Lynn, Lin
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Linette is perceived as a charming and elegant name, often associated with grace and femininity.
Famous People
Linette Dupree - American singer, Linette Hargreaves - British artist
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 156 peak births in 1970
Geographic Spread
Popular across 23 US states, with strongest presence in New York
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 "Linette"
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 "Linette"
"Linette" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 8598th of 9107 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 4402nd of 9204 | 75 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1304th of 12526 | 1,190 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1177th of 19264 | 1,599 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2531st of 27321 | 722 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 4135th of 35406 | 535 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 8532nd of 30306 | 151 |
Regional Popularity of "Linette" 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 "Linette" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
47.96% 1068th/2227 |
45.80% 1113th/2430 |
73.50% 2097th/2853 |
48.86% 1356th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
36.06% 1059th/2937 |
24.46% 852nd/3483 |
52.79% 1857th/3518 |
31.21% 1262nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
85.07% 3135th/3685 |
33.99% 1521st/4475 |
61.15% 3176th/5194 |
33.07% 2089th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
71.34% 3684th/5164 |
48.07% 3515th/7313 |
29.52% 2203rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
71.86% 4902nd/6822 |
78.59% 4932nd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Linette"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Linette" 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 "Linette" in the United States
The name Linette is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the Northeast 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, Linette 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, 'Linette' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 8598th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4402nd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1304th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1177th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2531st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4135th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 8532nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Linette' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.