What is the meaning of a ponytail in the Midwest?

A ponytail is a simple, quick hairstyle formed by pulling back and tying up the hair (it has to be long enough to stay back!) near the nape of the neck (low ponytail) or on the head (high ponytail)

• more commonly centered in the back of the head, but one pulled

back off-center is referred to as a side ponytail - and somewhat infrequently on the top of the head. It is most commonly worn by women, but is sometimes also worn by men with long hair. It does not have any particular meaning - it is just a very convenient way to keep hair out of one's face, restrain it from interfering with any activities, or keep it from getting caught in anything.