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Etta

American  
[et-uh] / ˈɛt ə /

noun

  1. a female given name, form of Henrietta.


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This Valentine’s Day, with all due respect to Elvis Presley and Etta James, consider dedicating an unorthodox song of your own to your beloved.

From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 13, 2026

"From when Etta got the liver transplant, she's absolutely thriving. Her wee personality and everything's coming through," she said.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026

Etta is now thriving, according to her mother, but is now preparing to receive a new kidney.

From BBC • Jan. 18, 2026

It did not take Cameroon long to go in front through Etta Eyong from La Liga outfit Levante, although his celebrations were delayed by a lengthy VAR review for potential offside.

From Barron's • Dec. 24, 2025

Etta put cups and saucers on the table, opened the sugar bowl.

From "Snow Falling on Cedars: A Novel" by David Guterson

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