Holding steady.
Popularity of Arnette since 1907
Babies named Arnette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 47 |
| 1920s | 86 |
| 1930s | 107 |
| 1940s | 185 |
| 1950s | 267 |
| 1960s | 243 |
| 1970s | 74 |
| 1980s | 31 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Arnette is a feminine name that saw its peak usage in 1959, when it reached its highest recorded count. The name has remained stable in usage since then, though it has never been common. Its roots as a variant of Arnold tie it to the Old German tradition of compound names combining 'eagle' and 'rule'. While no longer ranking in national popularity lists, Arnette persists as a retro choice reflecting mid-century American naming trends.
Arnette is considered a variant or diminutive of Arnold, which is derived from the Old German elements 'arn' (eagle) and 'wald' (rule). The feminine form Arnette was popularized in the United States in the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arnie, Nettie
Sibling names for Arnette
Names that share Arnette's style, for a brother or sister.
