A 1880s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Hassie since 1880
Babies named Hassie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1919, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Hassie's real moment was 1887.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 108 |
| 1890s | 223 |
| 1900s | 244 |
| 1910s | 361 |
| 1920s | 325 |
| 1930s | 140 |
| 1940s | 74 |
| 1950s | 32 |
| 1960s | 26 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 12 |
Meaning & origin
Hassie is a rare feminine name that saw brief use in the United States during the late 19th century. It first appeared in Social Security records in 1880, the earliest year for which data is available. Its peak popularity occurred in 1887, reflecting the broader trend of diminutive and nickname-style names among that era. After falling into disuse for nearly a century, the name has seen a slight resurgence since 2022, though it remains extremely uncommon. In 2024, Hassie ranked 11,932nd nationally, with only about 1 in every 229,610 newborns receiving the name. Its origins are uncertain, but it likely developed as a nickname for names like Harriet or those beginning with "Has-". Hassie's revival in recent years may appeal to parents seeking a vintage-sounding name with a soft, approachable feel.
Hassie is a name of uncertain origin, likely arising as a diminutive or nickname in English-speaking countries during the late 19th century. It may have developed as a short form of Harriet or names with the element "Has-" such as Haskel or Haswell. Used primarily as a feminine name, it saw modest popularity in the United States during the 1880s before declining sharply.
Sibling names for Hassie
Names that share Hassie's style, for a brother or sister.
