A 1880s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Hattie since 1880
Babies named Hattie per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1918, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Hattie's real moment was 1880.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 10,199 |
| 1890s | 12,909 |
| 1900s | 11,717 |
| 1910s | 16,418 |
| 1920s | 16,368 |
| 1930s | 10,229 |
| 1940s | 7,845 |
| 1950s | 4,450 |
| 1960s | 1,783 |
| 1970s | 778 |
| 1980s | 645 |
| 1990s | 792 |
| 2000s | 1,272 |
| 2010s | 5,073 |
| 2020s | 4,719 |
Meaning & origin
Hattie is a classic diminutive of Harriet that has seen a revival in recent decades. First recorded in U.S. data in 1880, Hattie peaked in popularity that same year and then declined for a century. However, since 1986 its trajectory has been steadily rising, reflecting a broader trend of revival for vintage names. In 2025, Hattie ranks 334th with about 1 in 1,741 girls receiving the name. It is most popular in states like North Dakota, South Dakota, and Montana, where traditional names often remain favored. Hattie's charm lies in its straightforward sweetness and historical resonance, offering a familiar yet fresh alternative to more common choices.
Hattie originated as a diminutive of Harriet, the English feminine form of Henry. Henry derives from the Germanic name Heimirich, composed of heim 'home' and ric 'power, ruler', thus meaning 'home ruler'. Hattie was particularly popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries in the United States and United Kingdom, often used as an independent given name rather than a nickname.
Where Hattie is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Hat
Sibling names for Hattie
Names that share Hattie's style, for a brother or sister.
Sisters: Mabel, Nora, Vera, Pearl, Beatrice, Sadie, Gertie, Gussie, Kattie, Rennie, Ettie, Fleta, Haddie, Harvie, Hassie, Jettie, Lyda, Sadye, Tennie, Zettie, Hessie, Littie, Lovey, Mattye, Metta, Mettie, Nanie, Virda, Darcus, Ellsie, Hawley, Luddie, Zellie, Chattie, Clemma, Geanie, Gustie, Rettie, Thursa
Brothers: Charlie, George, Walter, Fred, Arthur, Bennett, Benson, Berton, Gorge, Hurley, Junious, Ossie, Doss, Hassel, Henson, Hosey, Hughey, Vollie, Ferdie, Hollace, Odies, Farmer, Huckston, Rhodie
Names like Hattie
Names whose popularity has moved with Hattie's over the last 50 years.
