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Etta is a feminine given name that has been used both as a standalone name and as a diminutive form of longer names such as Henrietta and Loretta. It became established in English-speaking countries in the 19th and early 20th centuries and has remained in use at varying levels since then. The name is often associated with a gentle, vintage style in modern and historical contexts.

As a given name, Etta has been borne by notable individuals in music and the arts, most prominently Jamesetta Hawkins, who performed under the stage name Etta James. She was an American singer whose work spans blues, gospel, R&B, and soul, and she is regarded as a major figure in 20th-century American music.

In fiction and popular culture, several characters named Etta appear across different media. Etta Place is a character in the film Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid. Etta Candy is a recurring supporting character in DC Comics’ Wonder Woman series. Etta Kett is the eponymous character of the long-running comic strip Etta Kett.

See also: variations and related names such as Ettie and Ettie-like forms, which may be used in different cultures or periods. The name Etta can carry different cultural associations depending on the context, but it is most commonly recognized as an English-language given name with historical roots and enduring usage.