Harriette Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHAIR-ee-ett / /ˈhɛr.i.ɛt/English; French
Meaning
Ruler of the home; estate ruler
Historical & Cultural Background
Harriette is a feminine form of the name Harry, which is derived from the Old High German name Heinrich. The name has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. It gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in Victorian England. The name has also been associated with various notable figures and literary works.
Trend Summary
Harriette has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable resurgence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Harriet
- Hattie
International Variants
- Henriette (French)
- Harriet (English)
Famous people named Harriette
Harriette Wilson was a famous English courtesan and author known for her memoirs.
Harriette Arnow was an American author recognized for her novels depicting rural life in Kentucky.
Harriette Simpson Arnow was an American writer known for her works focusing on the Appalachian region.
Harriette Tubman was an American abolitionist and political activist who escaped slavery and helped others to freedom.
Fictional characters named Harriette
Harriette Winslow is a character from the television series 'Family Matters,' known as the matriarch of the Winslow family.
Harriette the Spy is a character in the children's book series 'Harriette the Spy,' who is a young girl with a keen sense of observation.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Harriette was first seen in the United States in 1880. Harriette has ranked as high as #583 nationally, which occurred in 1917, and has been most popular in New York, Illinois, Georgia, South Carolina, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Harriette has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Harriette (1969)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
SC | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 19 |
1881 | 22 |
1882 | 27 |
1883 | 21 |
1884 | 16 |
1885 | 25 |
1886 | 22 |
1887 | 25 |
1888 | 19 |
1889 | 25 |
1890 | 18 |
1891 | 33 |
1892 | 33 |
1893 | 24 |
1894 | 32 |
1895 | 34 |
1896 | 32 |
1897 | 39 |
1898 | 36 |
1899 | 35 |
1900 | 46 |
1901 | 35 |
1902 | 32 |
1903 | 39 |
1904 | 33 |
1905 | 51 |
1906 | 39 |
1907 | 51 |
1908 | 59 |
1909 | 69 |
1910 | 79 |
1911 | 77 |
1912 | 126 |
1913 | 145 |
1914 | 188 |
1915 | 231 |
1916 | 203 |
1917 | 281 |
1918 | 264 |
1919 | 249 |
1920 | 274 |
1921 | 270 |
1922 | 265 |
1923 | 280 |
1924 | 224 |
1925 | 216 |
1926 | 175 |
1927 | 168 |
1928 | 146 |
1929 | 145 |
1930 | 121 |
1931 | 125 |
1932 | 125 |
1933 | 100 |
1934 | 120 |
1935 | 123 |
1936 | 132 |
1937 | 133 |
1938 | 120 |
1939 | 119 |
1940 | 131 |
1941 | 137 |
1942 | 158 |
1943 | 141 |
1944 | 111 |
1945 | 142 |
1946 | 119 |
1947 | 137 |
1948 | 106 |
1949 | 113 |
1950 | 106 |
1951 | 78 |
1952 | 93 |
1953 | 81 |
1954 | 64 |
1955 | 61 |
1956 | 61 |
1957 | 52 |
1958 | 47 |
1959 | 44 |
1960 | 41 |
1961 | 46 |
1962 | 50 |
1963 | 38 |
1964 | 32 |
1965 | 29 |
1966 | 22 |
1967 | 19 |
1968 | 24 |
1969 | 20 |
1970 | 13 |
1971 | 13 |
1972 | 15 |
1973 | 8 |
1974 | 8 |
1975 | 5 |
1977 | 5 |
1978 | 8 |
1979 | 6 |
1980 | 7 |
1982 | 6 |
1988 | 6 |
1989 | 7 |
1991 | 5 |
1993 | 6 |
2002 | 5 |
2006 | 6 |
2011 | 6 |
2013 | 5 |
2014 | 12 |
2016 | 8 |
2018 | 8 |
2019 | 6 |
2020 | 7 |
2021 | 5 |
2022 | 11 |
2023 | 7 |
2024 | 6 |