Girl · 112th of 9,107
Hattie
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
104,763
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1918
Peak Popularity Year
2,006
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Hattie stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Hattie is of English origin, derived as a diminutive of Harriet, which itself comes from the French Henriette. The name means 'ruler of the home'. Over time, it evolved from Henriette to Harriet and finally to Hattie. While it lacks biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the late 19th century and is now seen as a charming vintage name. Notable individuals with this name include Hattie McDaniel and Hattie Carthan.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈhæti/
Origin
English
Etymology
Hattie is a diminutive of the name Harriet, which is derived from the French name Henriette, a feminine form of Henri, meaning 'home ruler'.
Meaning
ruler of the home
Language Evolution
Henriette, Harriet, Hattie
Historical Usage
Hattie gained popularity in the United States in the late 19th century and was particularly common in the early to mid-20th century.
Variants & Derivatives
Harriet, Hettie, Hattie Mae
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hattie is perceived as a vintage name that is experiencing a resurgence in popularity, often associated with charm and warmth.
Famous People
Hattie McDaniel, an American actress and the first African American to win an Academy Award., Hattie Carthan, a civil rights activist and community leader.
Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Rising
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 2,006 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 49 US states, with strongest presence in Mississippi
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 3 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 10 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 2266th of 7545 | 208 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2606th of 6773 | 158 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 5059th of 7552 | 32 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 112th of 9107 | 40,314 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 195th of 9204 | 17,715 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 431st of 12526 | 8,600 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1233rd of 19264 | 1,482 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1894th of 27321 | 1,081 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1426th of 35406 | 2,363 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 474th of 30306 | 8,053 |