Fannie
Meaning of Fannie
Fannie is a female name with origins in both America and Europe. It is pronounced as FAN-ee in both American English and British English, as well as in French and German. The name has variations such as Fanny.
In the United States, Fannie has been a moderately popular name over the years. In recent times, it has ranked between 2,000 to 3,500 in terms of occurrence. However, it is worth noting that the popularity of this name has declined since its peak in the late 19th century.
The associations of the name Fannie are diverse. It may be seen as a traditional and timeless choice due to its historical usage. Additionally, some may view it as a vintage or retro name that brings to mind a bygone era. Ultimately, Fannie can be a charming option for parents seeking a classic and enduring name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
French,German
- Pronunced as FAH-nee (/fa.ni/)
English
- Pronunced as FAN-ee (/ˈfæni/)
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Notable People Named Fannie
| Fannie Lou Hamer was a prominent American civil rights activist, community organizer, and leader in the women's rights movement. |
| Fannie Flagg is an American actress, comedienne, and author, best known for her work on Match Game and for writing Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Cafe. |
| Fannie Lee Chaney was an American baker who became a civil rights activist following the murder of her son James Chaney during the 1964 Freedom Summer rides in Mississippi. |
| Fannie Merritt Farmer was an influential American culinary expert known for her widely used Boston Cooking-School Cook Book. |
| Fannie Bloomfield Zeisler was an Austrian-born American pianist. |
| Fannie Ruth Robinson was an American author, poet, and educator. |
| Fannie Sperry Steele, also known as Fannie Sperry, was a pioneering American bronc rider and rodeo performer, honored in both the Rodeo Hall of Fame and the National Cowgirl Hall of Fame. |
| Fannie Schutz Spitz was an American inventor known for patenting the first machine to shell pine nuts for commercial use. |
| Fannie Gallaher - Francesca (Fannie) Mary Gallaher, also known as Sydney Starr, was a renowned Irish writer, novelist, and teacher. |
| Fannie Lewis was a prominent civil rights activist and the longest-serving councilwoman in Cleveland, Ohio, known for her advocacy and the Fannie Lewis Law. |
| Fannie Smith Goble was a prominent figure as a member of the Spokane Board of Education and co-owner of The Excelsior Rock Springs Coal company in Wyoming. |
| Fannie Jacobs, also known as Cele Berney, was an American women's rights and organized labor activist who ran for the New York State Assembly in 1918 and 1919. |
| Fannie M. Richards was an American educator known for establishing Michigan's first kindergarten program and for her activism against the segregation of Detroit Public Schools. |
| Fannie De Grasse Black - Frances De Grasse Black was a renowned singer and pianist. |
| Fannie Douglass Smith Tobey was a journalist. |
