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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Grace (via Anne/Hannah)
- Origin
- French (diminutive of Anne/Nan)
- Gender
- Primarily used for girls
- Pronunciation
- nah-NET
Nanette is a French diminutive of Anne (or Nan), and through that connection it carries the meaning grace. Social Security records for the name span 1892 through 2023, giving over a century of usage to look back on.
Meaning & Origin of Nanette
Meaning: Grace (via Anne/Hannah).
Origin: French (diminutive of Anne/Nan).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Nanette
nah-NETIPA /næˈnɛt/
Popularity of Nanette
Nanette peaked in 1956, when 756 babies were given the name, putting it at #319 nationally that year. By 2023 it had dropped to #10905, with just 9 babies given the name.
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FAQ
What does the name Nanette mean?
Grace (via Anne/Hannah). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Nanette?
Nanette is pronounced nah-NET (IPA: /næˈnɛt/).
Is Nanette a popular name right now?
Nanette peaked at #319 in 1956 and is ranked #10905 as of 2023. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1892–2023.)
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