Nettie Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationNET-ee / ˈnɛtiEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Henrietta; Hebrew: God's promise
Historical & Cultural Background
Nettie is often used as a diminutive form 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 for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly associated with females. The name reflects a trend of using diminutive forms as standalone names during that period.
Trend Summary
Nettie has seen a decline in popularity in recent decades, with a resurgence in vintage name trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Nett
- Netty
International Variants
- Nettie (English)
Famous people named Nettie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Nettie was first seen in the United States in 1885. Nettie has ranked as high as #881 nationally, which occurred in 1920, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Nettie has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Nettie
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1885 | 5 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1922 | 6 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 9 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1930 | 5 |
| 1939 | 5 |