Yocasta Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyo-KAS-ta / jəˈkæstəGreek
Meaning
to be useful; helpful
Historical & Cultural Background
Yocasta is a name of Greek origin, most notably associated with the character from Greek mythology. In the myth, Yocasta is the mother and wife of Oedipus, a tragic figure in ancient Greek literature. The name has been used in various adaptations of the Oedipus myth throughout history. It reflects themes of fate and familial relationships in Greek culture.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yocasta was first seen in the United States in 1970. Yocasta has ranked as high as #1117 nationally, which occurred in 1970, and has been most popular in New York. In the past 5 years the name Yocasta has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yocasta (1989)
| State | Births | Share |
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| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
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| 1970 | 6 |
| 1989 | 5 |