Nettie

Girl's name

Nettie is a diminutive of the name Annette, which is of French origin. It is derived from the name Anne, meaning "grace" or "favor."

Meaning Short for names ending in nette
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 17
Peak year 1918

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Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Nettie Stevens - Geneticist, discovered XY sex chromosomes.
  • Nettie Depp - Actress, known for silent film roles.
  • Nettie Palmer - Australian writer, critic, and social activist.
  • Nettie Honeyball - Pioneer of women's football in England.
  • Nettie Maria Stevens - Botanist, discovered chromosomal basis of sex determination.

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