Find out how popular the first name Waynetta has been for the last 16 years (from 1974 to 1989) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Waynetta by gender

Based on the last 16 years of data, Waynetta is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 1989, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Waynetta.

The history of the first name Waynetta

The given name Waynetta has its origins in the English language and is a feminine form of the male name Wayne. Wayne itself is derived from the Old English word "waegen" or "wagen," which means "wagon" or "cart." The suffix "-etta" is a diminutive form often used to create feminine versions of names.

Waynetta is believed to have emerged as a name in the late 19th or early 20th century, particularly in the United States and parts of the English-speaking world. While not found in ancient texts or religious scriptures, the name's roots can be traced back to the Old English language and the tradition of deriving feminine names from masculine counterparts.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Waynetta was Waynetta Hays, an American actress born in 1905. She appeared in several films during the 1930s and 1940s. Another notable Waynetta was Waynetta Ausmus (1915-1989), an American musician and singer known for her work in the country music genre.

In the literary world, Waynetta Haun (1905-1995) was an American author and poet who published several works, including the novel "The Hawk's Done Gone" in 1941. Waynetta Shelton (1930-2019) was an American politician who served as the first female Lieutenant Governor of Illinois from 1999 to 2003.

One of the most renowned individuals with the name Waynetta was Waynetta Slenders (1924-2012), a Dutch artist and sculptor known for her abstract and modernist works. Her sculptures can be found in various public spaces and museums across the Netherlands and Europe.

While not an exhaustive list, these examples illustrate the historical presence of the name Waynetta and its usage across different fields, from entertainment and music to literature, politics, and the arts.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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