Maite Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Maite originates from the Basque language, meaning 'beloved'. It has evolved from its Basque roots and is recognized for its warm connotation. Maite has gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in regions where the Basque culture is celebrated. The name lacks biblical relevance but is associated with positive traits of love and affection.
The name Maite is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Maite has been too falling 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, 'Maite' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5736th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5660th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1765th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1335th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Maite' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Maite"
Pronunciation
/ˈmaɪteɪ/
Origin
Basque
Etymology
The name Maite is derived from the Basque word 'maite', which means 'beloved' or 'to love'.
Meaning
beloved
Language Evolution
Maite, Maitea
Historical Usage
Maite has been a popular name in Basque-speaking regions, particularly in the late 20th century, as cultural pride in Basque identity grew.
Variants & Derivatives
Maitea, Maitey
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Maite is viewed positively, often associated with warmth and affection due to its meaning.
Famous People
Maite Perroni, a Mexican actress and singer, Maite Kelly, a German singer and television presenter
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Maite"
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 "Maite"
"Maite" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5736th of 19264 | 138 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5660th of 27321 | 232 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1765th of 35406 | 1,794 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1335th of 30306 | 2,108 |
Regional Popularity of "Maite" 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 "Maite" by Generation for Female 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) |
- | - |
74.82% 2632nd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
70.15% 3139th/4475 |
86.39% 4487th/5194 |
51.75% 3269th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
51.40% 2355th/4582 |
49.86% 2575th/5164 |
21.71% 1588th/7313 |
15.68% 1170th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
46.96% 1871st/3984 |
38.29% 1718th/4487 |
19.09% 1302nd/6822 |
16.12% 1012th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Maite"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Maite" 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.