Oneta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Oneta has its origin in Native American culture, meaning 'peace' or 'rest'. It has evolved into its current form without significant changes. The name is characterized by its uniqueness and serene meaning, with no biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the early 20th century and is perceived positively today.
The name Oneta is most popular in Oklahoma, 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, Oneta 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, 'Oneta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1078th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1618th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 4417th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 18004th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Oneta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Oneta"
Pronunciation
/oʊˈnɛtə/
Origin
Native American
Etymology
The name Oneta is derived from a Native American word meaning 'a place to rest' or 'a place of peace'.
Meaning
peace, rest
Language Evolution
Oneta
Historical Usage
The name Oneta gained popularity in the early 20th century, especially in the United States, as part of a trend of adopting names with Native American roots.
Variants & Derivatives
Oni, Neta
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, the name Oneta is seen as unique and carries a sense of tranquility and connection to nature.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Oneta"
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 "Oneta"
"Oneta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1078th of 9107 | 835 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1618th of 9204 | 447 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 4417th of 12526 | 150 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 18004th of 19264 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Oneta" 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 "Oneta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
61.09% 865th/1416 |
- |
30.01% 710th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
86.48% 1337th/1546 |
- |
45.43% 1069th/2353 |
- |
| 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) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Oneta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Oneta" 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.