Oveta is an uncommon female given name of American origin, derived from the Latin word 'ovum', meaning egg. It was popularized during the early to mid-20th century and is often associated with Oveta Culp Hobby, a prominent figure in Texas politics who served as the first female Secretary of Health, Education, and Welfare under President Dwight D. Eisenhower.
The name Oveta experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with peaks in the mid-1950s and a notable drop off by the late 1950s.