Oleta Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationoh-LET-uh / oʊˈlɛtəLatin; English
Meaning
Latin: 'wealthy'; English: 'little winged one'
Historical & Cultural Background
Oleta is a name that has roots in Latin, where it is derived from the word 'oliva', meaning 'olive', symbolizing peace and prosperity. The name has also been used in English-speaking countries, often associated with a sense of elegance and charm. It is relatively uncommon, which may appeal to parents looking for a unique name for their daughters.
Trend Summary
Oleta has seen limited popularity in the United States, remaining a rare choice among baby names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Olethea
International Variants
- Oleta (Spanish)
- Olethea (English)
Famous people named Oleta
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Oleta was first seen in the United States in 1888. Oleta has ranked as high as #676 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in Oklahoma, Texas, Arkansas, Missouri, and West Virginia. In the past 5 years the name Oleta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Oleta (1972)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1888 | 5 |
| 1892 | 7 |
| 1896 | 10 |
| 1897 | 6 |
| 1900 | 12 |
| 1901 | 13 |
| 1902 | 9 |
| 1903 | 12 |
| 1904 | 14 |
| 1905 | 19 |
| 1906 | 16 |
| 1907 | 18 |
| 1908 | 32 |
| 1909 | 53 |
| 1910 | 55 |
| 1911 | 82 |
| 1912 | 110 |
| 1913 | 133 |
| 1914 | 161 |
| 1915 | 207 |
| 1916 | 204 |
| 1917 | 206 |
| 1918 | 186 |
| 1919 | 189 |
| 1920 | 216 |
| 1921 | 208 |
| 1922 | 187 |
| 1923 | 173 |
| 1924 | 174 |
| 1925 | 151 |
| 1926 | 147 |
| 1927 | 158 |
| 1928 | 143 |
| 1929 | 117 |
| 1930 | 111 |
| 1931 | 123 |
| 1932 | 113 |
| 1933 | 117 |
| 1934 | 112 |
| 1935 | 92 |
| 1936 | 87 |
| 1937 | 69 |
| 1938 | 88 |
| 1939 | 78 |
| 1940 | 73 |
| 1941 | 60 |
| 1942 | 69 |
| 1943 | 70 |
| 1944 | 59 |
| 1945 | 43 |
| 1946 | 39 |
| 1947 | 35 |
| 1948 | 44 |
| 1949 | 31 |
| 1950 | 26 |
| 1951 | 37 |
| 1952 | 19 |
| 1953 | 25 |
| 1954 | 27 |
| 1955 | 30 |
| 1956 | 28 |
| 1957 | 27 |
| 1958 | 24 |
| 1959 | 22 |
| 1960 | 23 |
| 1961 | 13 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 15 |
| 1967 | 5 |
| 1968 | 17 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 8 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1972 | 12 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1975 | 8 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1978 | 5 |
| 1979 | 8 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 7 |
| 1983 | 8 |
| 1991 | 10 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2021 | 7 |