Netty Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationNET-ee / /ˈnɛti/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Annette; Hebrew: God's gift
Historical & Cultural Background
Netty is often considered a diminutive form of Annette, which itself is a diminutive of Anna. The name Anna has biblical roots, being associated with grace and favor. In English-speaking cultures, diminutive forms like Netty have been popular as affectionate nicknames. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over the decades.
Trend Summary
Netty has seen a decline in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nettie
International Variants
- Nettie (English)
Famous people named Netty
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Netty was first seen in the United States in 1913. Netty has ranked as high as #879 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Netty has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Netty
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1920 | 11 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 7 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 7 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 11 |
| 1927 | 7 |
| 1931 | 5 |
| 1935 | 9 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1937 | 5 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1943 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 8 |
| 1954 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |