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Nanette Girl

Popularity: · Trend: ↘ Falling

Origin(s)

Pronunciationnah-NET / næˈnɛt

French; Hebrew

Meaning

French: Grace; Hebrew: He has favored

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Nanette is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, which means "grace" or "favor." The evolution of the name can be traced through several linguistic transformations: from Hebrew, it passed into Greek as Ἄννα (Anna), then into Latin as Anna, and subsequently into Old French as Nanette, a diminutive form. This diminutive form reflects a common practice in many languages where affectionate or familiar versions of names are created, often adding a softer or more intimate connotation.

Historically, the name Hannah appears in the Hebrew Bible, notably as the mother of the prophet Samuel, which dates back to around the 11th century BCE. The name Anna is also significant in Christian tradition, as it is associated with Saint Anne, the mother of the Virgin Mary, who is venerated in various Christian denominations. The name gained further prominence through its inclusion in major biblical translations, such as the King James Bible in the early 17th century, which helped to solidify its usage in English-speaking cultures.

Culturally, the name Nanette has been associated with qualities of grace and favor, resonating with the meanings of its root names. It has been used in various literary and artistic contexts, often symbolizing charm and elegance. The name's diminutive form, Nan, has also been historically relevant, serving as an affectionate nickname. Overall, Nanette embodies a rich tapestry of linguistic and cultural heritage, reflecting its journey through history and its connections to significant figures and traditions.

Trend Summary

Nanette experienced moderate popularity in the mid-20th century but has since declined in usage.

Similar Names

Variants

  • Nan
  • Nana

International Variants

  • Nanette (French)
  • Nanetta (Italian)
  • Nannette (Dutch)

Famous people named Nanette

Nanette Fabray is an actress and singer best known for The Nanette Fabray Show, One Day at a Time, and her role in the Broadway musical High Button Shoes.

Nanette Lepore is a fashion designer best known for her women's clothing line and her contributions to American fashion.

Fictional characters named Nanette

Nanette is a fictional character from the animated series Big Mouth. She is a hormone monster who guides the characters through their adolescent challenges.

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Nanette was first seen in the United States in 1892. Nanette has ranked as high as #564 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Michigan, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Nanette has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

Top States for Nanette (2004)

StateBirthsShare
CA 6
100%

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

YearBirths
18925
18976
19026
19055
19098
19107
191211
19137
191414
191518
191618
191722
191827
191927
192024
192126
192242
192322
192432
192573
192660
192777
192870
192965
193082
193159
193266
193376
193456
193576
193660
193783
1938105
193993
194084
1941125
194299
1943112
1944117
1945125
1946178
1947196
1948195
1949250
1950364
1951420
1952370
1953445
1954396
1955622
1956756
1957772
1958641
1959610
1960698
1961752
1962583
1963746
1964715
1965523
1966420
1967457
1968425
1969351
1970340
1971364
1972324
1973224
1974170
1975168
1976118
1977137
197893
197989
198071
198170
198251
198350
198443
198549
198650
198741
198824
198924
199021
199121
199219
199327
199415
199518
199617
199722
199817
199915
200011
200114
200216
200316
200412
20057
20069
20077
200812
200910
20108
20118
201214
20135
201412
20169
20175
201810
202010
20218
20229
20239