Neta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Neta is a Hebrew name meaning 'plant' or 'seedling', reflecting themes of growth and new beginnings. It has evolved from its Hebrew roots and is primarily used in modern Hebrew. The name is positively perceived and has gained popularity recently, especially in Israel. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with it.
The name Neta is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South 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, Neta has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Neta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 915th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1034th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1802nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6845th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 20558th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 15388th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19402nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Neta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Neta"
Pronunciation
/ˈnɛtə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Neta derives from the Hebrew word 'neta', which means 'plant' or 'seedling'. It is often associated with growth and new beginnings.
Meaning
plant, seedling
Language Evolution
Netah (Hebrew), Neta (Modern Hebrew)
Historical Usage
The name Neta has gained popularity in contemporary Israel and among Hebrew-speaking communities around the world, particularly in the late 20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Netta, Nettie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Neta is viewed positively, often associated with nature and growth. It is relatively unique, which adds to its appeal.
Famous People
Neta Barzilai, an Israeli singer and winner of the Eurovision Song Contest 2018
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Neta"
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 "Neta"
"Neta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 915th of 9107 | 1,102 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1034th of 9204 | 926 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1802nd of 12526 | 665 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6845th of 19264 | 102 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 20558th of 27321 | 16 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15388th of 35406 | 73 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 19402nd of 30306 | 28 |
Regional Popularity of "Neta" 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 "Neta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
80.37% 1138th/1416 |
- |
34.11% 807th/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
76.65% 1185th/1546 |
- |
34.30% 807th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
47.32% 1350th/2853 |
100.00% 2775th/2775 |
| 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 "Neta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Neta" 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.