Louetta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Louetta is a name of French origin, derived from the Old German name Hluodowig, meaning 'famous warrior'. The name has evolved through various forms including Ludwig and Louise. Louetta emerged in the late 19th century and is recognized for its charm and vintage appeal. It has no biblical relevance but carries historical significance as a feminine form of Louise. The name is associated with a few notable individuals.
The name Louetta is most popular in Kentucky, 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, Louetta has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Louetta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1644th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1399th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2631st out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9746th out of 19264 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 21282nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Louetta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Louetta"
Pronunciation
/luːˈɛtə/
Origin
French
Etymology
Louetta is a diminutive form of the name Louise, which itself is derived from the Old German name Hluodowig, meaning 'famous warrior'.
Meaning
famous warrior
Language Evolution
Hluodowig (Old German), Ludwig (German), Louise (French), Louetta (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Louetta gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries as a feminine variant of Louise.
Variants & Derivatives
Louise, Lulu, Luella
Modern Popularity & Image
Louetta is considered a vintage name that evokes a sense of charm and nostalgia. It is not commonly used today, giving it a unique and distinctive appeal.
Famous People
Louetta W. Williams, an American author and educator.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Louetta"
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 "Louetta"
"Louetta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1644th of 9107 | 432 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1399th of 9204 | 563 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2631st of 12526 | 352 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9746th of 19264 | 49 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 21282nd of 30306 | 21 |
Regional Popularity of "Louetta" 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 "Louetta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
88.77% 1257th/1416 |
- |
100.00% 2366th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
77.88% 1204th/1546 |
- |
71.44% 1681st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
85.94% 2452nd/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 "Louetta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Louetta" 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.