Gaetana is a unique and elegant Italian female given name, derived from the Latin word "Gaeta," which refers to an ancient city in Italy. It is composed of two elements: "gaius" meaning "rejoice" and "-ta" signifying "feminine." Thus, Gaetana can be interpreted as "rejoicing feminine." This name has a vintage charm, reflecting the rich history and culture of Italy.
The name Gaetana experienced its peak popularity between 1915 and 1923, with over 20 births each year during this period, reaching a high of 27 births in 1923. However, its usage declined significantly afterwards, dropping below 10 births per year from 1928 onwards. Despite some fluctuations, the number of births named Gaetana remained relatively low throughout most of the latter half of the 20th century and into the early 21st century, with a total of 676 births recorded over the specified period.