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At a Glance
- Meaning
- The stinging nettle plant
- Origin
- English (word name, plant)
- Pronunciation
- NET-ul
Nettle is an English word name, taken straight from the stinging nettle plant, and it's pronounced NET-ul. It's a bold, earthy choice that pairs a familiar garden plant with a soft, rhythmic sound.
Meaning & Origin of Nettle
Meaning: The stinging nettle plant.
Origin: English (word name, plant).
How to Pronounce Nettle
NET-ulIPA /ˈnɛtəl/
Popularity of Nettle
Nettle does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Nettle mean?
The stinging nettle plant.
How do you pronounce Nettle?
Nettle is pronounced NET-ul (IPA: /ˈnɛtəl/).
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