Quitman Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Quitman is a name of Spanish origin meaning 'to quit or leave'. It has evolved from its historical form Quitmán. The name is associated with strong traits and gained popularity in the United States during the 19th century. It does not have biblical relevance but is often connected to notable figures in history.
The name Quitman is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Quitman has been stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Quitman' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2631st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2716th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3340th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9331st out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 16616th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 23106th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Quitman' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Quitman"
Pronunciation
/ˈkwɪtmən/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
The name Quitman is derived from the Spanish surname 'Quitman', which is believed to have originated from the Spanish word for 'to quit' or 'to leave'.
Meaning
to quit or leave
Language Evolution
Quitman (modern), Quitmán (historical variant)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the United States in the 19th century, particularly after the American Civil War, as it was associated with figures in military and political contexts.
Variants & Derivatives
Quitman, Quitmán
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Quitman is a unique name that is not very common but is often associated with strength and resilience due to its historical connections.
Famous People
John A. Quitman, an American politician and general
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Quitman"
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 "Quitman"
"Quitman" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2631st of 7545 | 156 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2716th of 6773 | 144 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 3340th of 7552 | 113 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 9331st of 10718 | 10 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 16616th of 16616 | 5 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 23106th of 23106 | 5 |
Regional Popularity of "Quitman" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
60.27% 1426th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
64.26% 1512th/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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Quitman" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Quitman"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Quitman" 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.