Hettie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Hettie is a diminutive of Henrietta, which has its roots in Greek. It means 'ruler of the home' and has evolved through forms like Henrietta and Hettie. The name conveys traits of warmth and friendliness, and while it does not have biblical relevance, it gained popularity in the 19th century, especially in English-speaking countries. Notable figures with this name include Hettie Green and Hettie Macdonald.
The name Hettie is most popular in North Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Hettie has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Hettie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 505th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 953rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2126th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5779th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15440th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 24522nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 25294th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Hettie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Hettie"
Pronunciation
/ˈhɛti/
Origin
Greek
Etymology
Hettie is a diminutive form of Henrietta, which is derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, meaning 'home ruler'. It is often associated with the Greek name Henrietta, which means 'ruler of the home'.
Meaning
ruler of the home
Language Evolution
Henrietta, Hettie
Historical Usage
Hettie gained popularity in the 19th century as a feminine form of Henry, becoming a popular name in English-speaking countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Henrietta, Hett, Etta
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Hettie is perceived as a vintage and charming name, often associated with warmth and friendliness.
Famous People
Hettie Green, an American businesswoman known as the 'Witch of Wall Street', Hettie Macdonald, a British television director
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Hettie"
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 of "Hettie"
"Hettie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 505th of 9107 | 3,282 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 953rd of 9204 | 1,068 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2126th of 12526 | 510 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5779th of 19264 | 137 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 15440th of 27321 | 37 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 24522nd of 35406 | 22 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 25294th of 30306 | 11 |
Regional Popularity of "Hettie" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Hettie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
68.22% 966th/1416 |
63.31% 873rd/1379 |
15.85% 375th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
28.52% 671st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
54.64% 1559th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Hettie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Hettie" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.