English/Italian · Girl name
Etta
“diminutive of names ending in -etta”
About the name Etta
Etta is primarily used as a diminutive form of longer names such as Henrietta, Loretta, or Marietta. The suffix ‘-etta’ is of Italian origin and is often added to names to create affectionate or diminutive forms. In English-speaking countries, Etta has become established as an independent given name. A notable bearer is Etta James, the celebrated American singer known for her contributions to blues, soul, and R&B music.
- Meaning
- diminutive of names ending in -etta
- Origin
- English/Italian
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- ET-ah(2 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Etta
- Etta Marie
- Etta Grace
- Etta Ann
- Etta Louise
- Etta Claire
Questions about Etta
- What does Etta mean?
- Etta is an English name meaning "diminutive of names ending in -etta".
- How do you pronounce Etta?
- Etta is pronounced ET-ah, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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