Oneida Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Oneida originates from the Iroquois cultural and linguistic root, meaning 'standing rock'. The name has evolved from its original form in the Oneida language to its current usage in English. It is associated with the Oneida Nation and reflects traits of strength and resilience. There is no biblical relevance to the name.
The name Oneida is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. 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, Oneida 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, 'Oneida' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1195th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1776th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2650th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3092nd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5557th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 10550th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17425th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Oneida' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oneida"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈnaɪdə/
Origin
Iroquois
Etymology
The name 'Oneida' is derived from the Oneida Nation, one of the five original nations of the Iroquois Confederacy. The name itself is believed to mean 'standing rock' or 'stone' in the Oneida language.
Meaning
standing rock
Language Evolution
Oneida (original Iroquois language), Oneida (adapted into English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in reference to the Oneida Nation and its cultural contributions.
Variants & Derivatives
Oneyda, Oneida Nation
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, the name Oneida is associated with Native American heritage and is recognized for its cultural significance, particularly in relation to the Oneida Nation and its history.
Famous People
Oneida Indian Nation leaders, Oneida Nation business figures
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oneida"
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 "Oneida"
"Oneida" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1195th of 9107 | 717 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1776th of 9204 | 386 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2650th of 12526 | 347 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3092nd of 19264 | 359 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5557th of 27321 | 238 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 10550th of 35406 | 145 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17425th of 30306 | 38 |
Regional Popularity of "Oneida" 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 "Oneida" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
38.84% 919th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
100.00% 1546th/1546 |
- |
75.18% 1769th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
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82.92% 2015th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
49.24% 1715th/3483 |
55.80% 1963rd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
50.56% 2626th/5194 |
100.00% 6317th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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81.95% 5993rd/7313 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Oneida"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oneida" 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.