Hettie Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationHET-ee / /ˈhɛti/English; Dutch
Meaning
English: Keeper of the hearth; Dutch: Ruler of the home
Historical & Cultural Background
Hettie is often considered a diminutive of Henrietta, which has roots in the Germanic name Heinrich. The name gained popularity in the 19th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It has been used in various literary works and has a vintage charm that appeals to modern parents.
Trend Summary
Hettie has seen a resurgence in popularity in recent years, reflecting a broader trend towards vintage names.
Similar Names
Variants
- Hettie
- Hetty
International Variants
- Henriette (French)
- Henrietta (English)
- Hedwig (German)
Famous people named Hettie
Hettie McDonald is a British television and theatre director known for her work in the UK theatre scene.
Hettie Jones is an American poet and writer recognized for her contributions to the Beat Generation.
Hettie Green was an American businesswoman and financier in the late 19th century, often referred to as the 'Witch of Wall Street.'.
Hettie B. Jones is an American author and educator known for her work in children's literature.
Fictional characters named Hettie
Hettie is a character in the children's book series 'The Penderwicks' by Jeanne Birdsall, known for her adventurous spirit.
Hettie is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' where she is depicted as a quirky and imaginative girl.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Hettie was first seen in the United States in 1880. Hettie has ranked as high as #670 nationally, which occurred in 1916, and has been most popular in North Carolina, Kentucky, Tennessee, Mississippi, and Alabama. In the past 5 years the name Hettie has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Hettie (1964)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1880 | 69 |
1881 | 64 |
1882 | 73 |
1883 | 75 |
1884 | 105 |
1885 | 106 |
1886 | 91 |
1887 | 83 |
1888 | 120 |
1889 | 109 |
1890 | 94 |
1891 | 108 |
1892 | 123 |
1893 | 133 |
1894 | 122 |
1895 | 124 |
1896 | 131 |
1897 | 118 |
1898 | 130 |
1899 | 117 |
1900 | 132 |
1901 | 117 |
1902 | 115 |
1903 | 107 |
1904 | 113 |
1905 | 90 |
1906 | 88 |
1907 | 96 |
1908 | 90 |
1909 | 89 |
1910 | 107 |
1911 | 94 |
1912 | 106 |
1913 | 112 |
1914 | 138 |
1915 | 153 |
1916 | 170 |
1917 | 146 |
1918 | 164 |
1919 | 145 |
1920 | 138 |
1921 | 149 |
1922 | 152 |
1923 | 133 |
1924 | 109 |
1925 | 132 |
1926 | 114 |
1927 | 115 |
1928 | 97 |
1929 | 89 |
1930 | 65 |
1931 | 69 |
1932 | 68 |
1933 | 50 |
1934 | 68 |
1935 | 67 |
1936 | 67 |
1937 | 53 |
1938 | 47 |
1939 | 47 |
1940 | 51 |
1941 | 66 |
1942 | 58 |
1943 | 44 |
1944 | 34 |
1945 | 28 |
1946 | 41 |
1947 | 53 |
1948 | 37 |
1949 | 37 |
1950 | 37 |
1951 | 31 |
1952 | 35 |
1953 | 29 |
1954 | 17 |
1955 | 31 |
1956 | 29 |
1957 | 19 |
1958 | 12 |
1959 | 22 |
1960 | 22 |
1961 | 12 |
1962 | 12 |
1963 | 18 |
1964 | 16 |
1965 | 9 |
1966 | 18 |
1967 | 11 |
1968 | 7 |
1969 | 15 |
1970 | 7 |
1971 | 11 |
1972 | 13 |
1973 | 5 |
1974 | 10 |
1975 | 11 |
1976 | 5 |
1979 | 7 |
1980 | 8 |
1981 | 6 |
1982 | 9 |
1983 | 5 |
1988 | 6 |
1991 | 5 |
1994 | 6 |
1997 | 5 |
1999 | 5 |
2001 | 6 |
2002 | 6 |
2016 | 5 |
2019 | 6 |