Fayetta Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationfay-ET-uh / feɪˈɛtəEnglish; Latin
Meaning
English: Fairy; Latin: Little fairy
Historical & Cultural Background
Fayetta is a variant of the name Fay, which is derived from the Old French word 'fae,' meaning fairy. The name has been used in English-speaking countries and carries a whimsical connotation. It is often associated with enchantment and magic, reflecting the folklore surrounding fairies. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Fay
- Fayette
International Variants
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Famous people named Fayetta
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Fayetta was first seen in the United States in 1901. Fayetta has ranked as high as #986 nationally, which occurred in 1953, and has been most popular in Kentucky, Pennsylvania, Oklahoma, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Fayetta has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Fayetta (1957)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| KY | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1901 | 5 |
| 1904 | 6 |
| 1910 | 8 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 13 |
| 1916 | 15 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 12 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 13 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 21 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1924 | 19 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 18 |
| 1928 | 20 |
| 1929 | 23 |
| 1930 | 31 |
| 1931 | 22 |
| 1932 | 19 |
| 1933 | 25 |
| 1934 | 18 |
| 1935 | 24 |
| 1936 | 20 |
| 1937 | 24 |
| 1938 | 23 |
| 1939 | 28 |
| 1940 | 28 |
| 1941 | 23 |
| 1942 | 27 |
| 1943 | 23 |
| 1944 | 20 |
| 1945 | 16 |
| 1946 | 24 |
| 1947 | 18 |
| 1948 | 29 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 21 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 39 |
| 1954 | 25 |
| 1955 | 26 |
| 1956 | 21 |
| 1957 | 22 |
| 1958 | 17 |
| 1959 | 17 |
| 1960 | 14 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 15 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 10 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1971 | 6 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 |