Fayetta is a unique and elegant given name of American origin, derived from the Latin 'Faeta,' meaning 'cheese.' It was introduced as a personal name around the mid-20th century in the United States, likely inspired by the name Fay, which shares its roots with the Latin word. The name Fayetta consists of two distinct parts: 'Fay,' a short form of names like Fairfax or Faye, and '-etta,' a diminutive suffix often used to create pet names or feminine variations. Despite its uncommon usage, Fayetta offers an appealing and distinctive option for parents seeking an unusual yet timeless name for their daughter.
The name Fayetta experienced varying popularity over the course of a century, with notable peaks in the mid-20s and again in the early to mid-50s. The highest single year for births was 1953, with 39 babies named Fayetta. However, from the late 60s onwards, the name's popularity significantly declined, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1963 onwards and only sporadic instances after 1973. Overall, there were 1061 recorded births with the name Fayetta over this period.