Vonetta
A feminine name of unknown origin, possibly derived from Germanic elements.
Name Census estimates that about 759 living Americans carry the first name Vonetta. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Vonetta today is around 51 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Vonetta births was 1973 (161 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Vonetta. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
People living today
759
~ 1 in 451,587 Americans
Peak year
1973
161 babies that year
Average age
51
years old
1994 SSA rank
#13,380
Tracked since 1921
Popularity
Vonetta: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Vonetta from the 1920s through to the 1990s, spanning 7 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1970s, with 649 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 1970s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Vonetta by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Vonetta during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Vonettas live
The SSA's state-level files cover 18 states and territories. New York, North Carolina, Ohio recorded the most babies named Vonetta, while Pennsylvania, Maryland, Alabama recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 19 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Vonetta
The name Vonetta is a unique and intriguing blend of German and French influences. Its origins can be traced back to the Old High German name "Wunna," which means "delight" or "joy." Over time, this name evolved into various forms, including "Wunifred" and "Wunnihilt."
As the name traveled across Europe, it encountered French linguistic influences, leading to the creation of the name "Vonetta." This adaptation likely occurred during the Middle Ages when cultural exchange between Germanic and French regions was prevalent.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Vonetta can be found in a 12th-century French manuscript, where it was used to refer to a noblewoman from the Burgundy region. This historical reference suggests that the name had already gained popularity among the French aristocracy during that time period.
In the 16th century, a notable figure named Vonetta de Montfort (1522-1587) emerged as a prominent figure in the French Protestant Reformation. She was a staunch supporter of the Huguenot cause and played a vital role in providing sanctuary for persecuted Protestants.
Moving forward to the 18th century, Vonetta Beauchamp (1746-1812) was a renowned French painter known for her exquisite portraits of the Parisian elite. Her works are still celebrated today for their intricate details and captivating depictions of the era's fashion and societal norms.
In the realm of literature, the name Vonetta gained prominence through the works of the French novelist and playwright, Honoré de Balzac. One of his minor characters, Vonetta Dubois, appeared in his novel "The Human Comedy," published in the early 19th century.
Crossing the Atlantic, Vonetta Flowers (1872-1923) was an African American educator and civil rights activist who dedicated her life to improving educational opportunities for underprivileged children in the southern United States. Her pioneering efforts paved the way for future generations of educators and advocates.
These are just a few examples of notable individuals who have carried the name Vonetta throughout history, each leaving their mark on various fields and cultures.
People
Vonetta + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Vonetta as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Vonetta: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Vonetta?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 759 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Vonetta going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 451,587 US residents.
Is Vonetta a common name?
We classify Vonetta as "Very Rare". It ranks above 88.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 870 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Vonetta most popular?
The single biggest year for Vonetta was 1973, when 161 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Vonetta is about 51 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Vonetta a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Vonetta in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.