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Name Origin

Etta is a diminutive of Henrietta, which means 'ruler of the home' in German. It can also be a shortened form of other names like Loretta or Antoinette.

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Famous People

Etta James (1938-2012)

Singer, songwriter

  • Grammy Award winner
  • Rock and Roll Hall of Fame inductee
  • Known for hits like "At Last" and "Tell Mama"

Etta Baker (1913-2002)

Blues musician

  • National Heritage Fellowship recipient
  • Pioneer of Piedmont blues guitar style