Holding steady.
Popularity of Musette since 1913
Babies named Musette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 38 |
| 1920s | 38 |
| 1930s | 11 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 5 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Musette is a rare and delicate name of French origin, derived from the word for a small bagpipe or a pastoral dance. In the US, the name first appeared in records in 1913 and saw its peak use in 1915, though its overall rank never placed it among the top 1000 names. Reflecting its low one-in-N figure, Musette remains a distinctive and uncommon choice. While similar in sound to the operatic name Musetta from Puccini's La Bohème, Musette stands on its own as a musical and lyrical name. Its trajectory has been stable, with no significant revival, and it was most often recorded in states like New York and California. Parents who choose Musette today are likely drawn to its French charm and the soft, melodic sound that evokes the arts.
Musette is a French word meaning 'small bagpipe' (from Old French muse, 'bagpipe'). It was adopted as a given name, possibly influenced by the musical term for a pastoral dance or the instrument itself. The name saw some use in English-speaking countries in the early 20th century, likely as a diminutive or affectionate form of 'Muse' or a variant of 'Musetta' (from Puccini's opera La Bohème).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Muse, Etta
Variants: Musetta
Sibling names for Musette
Names that share Musette's style, for a brother or sister.
