Vesta Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Vesta originates from Latin, meaning 'hearth' and 'home'. Through history, it has evolved from its use in ancient Roman culture to modern times. The name is associated with warmth and domesticity, and it does not have biblical relevance. It has been popularized by notable figures in entertainment.
The name Vesta 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 Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Vesta 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, 'Vesta' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5583rd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6464th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 435th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 774th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1656th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4249th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8234th 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 13314th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Vesta' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Vesta"
Pronunciation
/ˈvɛstə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Vesta is derived from the Latin word 'vestis', meaning 'clothing' or 'garment'. In Roman mythology, Vesta was the goddess of the hearth, home, and family.
Meaning
hearth, home, family
Language Evolution
Vesta (Latin), Vesta (English)
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in ancient Rome due to the worship of the goddess Vesta, and it has remained in use throughout history.
Variants & Derivatives
Vestia, Vesna
Modern Popularity & Image
Vesta is perceived as a classic and timeless name, often associated with warmth and domesticity.
Famous People
Vesta Tilley, a famous British music hall performer, Vesta Williams, an American singer and actress
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Vesta"
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 "Vesta"
"Vesta" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5583rd of 7545 | 21 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6464th of 6773 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 435th of 9107 | 4,158 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 774th of 9204 | 1,577 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1656th of 12526 | 765 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4249th of 19264 | 222 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 8234th of 27321 | 133 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 15388th of 35406 | 73 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 13314th of 30306 | 71 |
Regional Popularity of "Vesta" 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 "Vesta" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
28.74% 407th/1416 |
40.83% 563rd/1379 |
19.40% 459th/2366 |
52.28% 597th/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
45.34% 701st/1546 |
56.68% 882nd/1556 |
32.55% 766th/2353 |
77.31% 1196th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
87.20% 1942nd/2227 |
- |
57.27% 1634th/2853 |
73.41% 2037th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
100.00% 3483rd/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Vesta"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Vesta" 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.