Hattie
Meaning of Hattie
The name Hattie, pronounced as HAT-ee (/ˈhæti/), is a charming and vintage choice for girls. Originating as a diminutive of Harriet, Hattie has an old-fashioned appeal that evokes images of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Its popularity in the United States peaked in the early 1900s, consistently ranking within the top 100 names during that period. Although its usage saw a decline mid-century, Hattie has been making a steady comeback since the early 2000s, reflecting a broader trend of reviving classic names. With recent rankings showing it within the top 400 names, Hattie combines historical richness with contemporary resurgence, making it an endearing choice for parents seeking a timeless yet distinctive name for their daughter.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as HAT-ee (/ˈhæti/)
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Notable People Named Hattie
| Hattie McDaniel was an accomplished American actress, singer-songwriter, and comedienne, best known for her role as Mammy in Gone with the Wind, which earned her the distinction of being the first African American to win an Academy Award. |
| Hattie Caraway - Hattie Ophelia Wyatt Caraway was the first woman to be elected to serve a full term as a United States Senator, representing Arkansas and also being the first woman to preside over the Senate. |
| Hattie Elizabeth Alexander was an American pediatrician and microbiologist known for her groundbreaking work in developing remedies for Haemophilus influenzae infection and studying antibiotic resistance. |
| Hattie Carnegie, born Henrietta Kanengeiser in Vienna, was a prominent New York City-based fashion entrepreneur in the mid-20th century, adopting the surname Carnegie as a tribute to Andrew Carnegie. |
| Hattie Marie Strong (1864–1950) was a renowned philanthropist who funded the construction of hospitals, educational institutions, and social service agencies across continents and established a retreat for wounded soldiers in Paris, earning her the French Legion of Honor. |
| Hattie Carthan was an influential American community activist and environmentalist known for her work in improving the quality of life in Bedford-Stuyvesant, Brooklyn. |
| Hattie Shand - Harriet 'Hattie' Ngaire Shand is an Australian field hockey player known for her role as a defender. |
| Hattie Hasan, also known as Hatice Hasan, is a British plumber and the CEO of Stopcocks Women Plumbers, a franchise aimed at empowering women in the plumbing industry. |
| Hattie Littles was an American soul singer famous for her 1963 single "Your Love Is Wonderful" on Motown's Gordy label. |
| Hattie Kauffman is a pioneering American journalist and the first Native American to file a report on a national news broadcast. |
