Nanette
Nanette is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
Grace or favor.
Origin and history
Nanette is a French diminutive of Anne, ultimately deriving from the Hebrew name Hannah meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. It gained popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, particularly boosted by the musical 'No, No, Nanette'. Although less common today, it remains a charming classic with vintage appeal.
Popularity in the United States
16,894 babies in the United States have been named Nanette since 1880. It ranks #1173 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2059.
States where it is most popular
- CA (15.4 %)
- NY (13.8 %)
- IL (7.4 %)
- MI (7.3 %)
- OH (6.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 11 |
| 1900-1910 | 19 |
| 1910-1920 | 151 |
| 1920-1930 | 491 |
| 1930-1940 | 756 |
| 1940-1950 | 1,481 |
| 1950-1960 | 5,396 |
| 1960-1970 | 5,670 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,027 |
| 1980-1990 | 473 |
| 1990-2000 | 192 |
| 2000-2010 | 114 |
| 2010-2019 | 71 |
| 2020-2029 | 42 |
Famous people named Nanette
- Nanette Fabray: actress, singer
- Nanette Workman: singer, songwriter
- Nanette Lepore: fashion designer
Nicknames
Nan, Nanny, Netty
Fun facts
- The name became widely recognized through the hit 1919 musical comedy 'No, No, Nanette'.
- Nanette originated as an affectionate pet form of Anne in French-speaking regions.