Holding steady.
Popularity of Vietta since 1896
Babies named Vietta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Vietta's real moment was 1898.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 18 |
| 1900s | 12 |
| 1910s | 66 |
| 1920s | 88 |
| 1930s | 66 |
| 1940s | 59 |
| 1950s | 26 |
| 1960s | 46 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
The name Vietta is a rare and obscure feminine name that first appeared in the United States in 1896 and peaked in 1898, but has never been ranked among the top 1000 names. In 2025, it remains extremely uncommon, with fewer than five occurrences per year. Its trajectory is stable at a very low level, making it a true rarity. The name's origin is uncertain, but it likely derives from Violet or Violetta, connecting it to the flower name tradition. It was most popular in the 1890s, a decade when many floral and diminutive names were fashionable. Despite its obscurity, Vietta has a vintage charm that might appeal to parents seeking a truly unique name with a soft, melodic sound.
Vietta is a rare feminine name that appears to be a diminutive or variant of Violet, itself derived from the English word for the flower, ultimately from Latin viola. It may also be a borrowing of the Italian name Violetta, a diminutive of Viola. The name saw brief use in the late 19th century, particularly in the 1890s, but has never been common.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Vie, Etta
Sibling names for Vietta
Names that share Vietta's style, for a brother or sister.
