What does Hattie mean and where does it come from?
Hattie is often considered a diminutive of Harriet, which means 'ruler of the home' in English. The name gained popularity in the 19th century and has a charming, vintage quality. Hattie McDaniel was a notable American actress, famous for being the first African American to win an Academy Award. The
What middle names flow best with Hattie?
Hattie works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
How popular is Hattie right now?
Rising — up 27 spots — currently #384 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Hattie
Hattie has been a beloved American name for over 144 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1880. Its peak popularity was #27 in 1880. More than 101,673 babies have been named Hattie since 1880. Once ranked #27 in 1880, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #384 in 2023. Hattie is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Hattie in 1880:
Hattie by decade
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 10,216 | |
| 1890s | 12,981 | |
| 1900s | 11,777 | |
| 1910s ★ | 16,487 | |
| 1920s | 16,474 | |
| 1930s | 10,329 | |
| 1940s | 7,898 | |
| 1950s | 4,465 | |
| 1960s | 1,782 | |
| 1970s | 779 | |
| 1980s | 645 | |
| 1990s | 792 | |
| 2000s | 1,272 | |
| 2010s | 5,059 | |
| 2020s | 717 |
What are good nicknames for Hattie?
What names sound and feel like Hattie?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Hattie also consider these