Female Name
Nanette
nə.ˈnɛt
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
comedians
composers
currently out of the US top 1000
diminutives
Elder Scrolls characters
ends in -ette
Frasier characters
vaudevillians
writers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
62/100
classic160%
upper class120%
wholesome140%
delicate80%
refined120%
strange80%
Meaning & Etymology
Nanette is a feminine given name, primarily used in Dutch, English, and German cultures. It is a diminutive form of Anne, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Hannah, meaning 'grace' or 'favor'. Nanette is often used as a standalone name and carries connotations of elegance and charm.
Etymology
Original Form:
Anne
Evolution:
The name Nanette evolved as a diminutive form of Anne, gaining popularity in the 18th and 19th centuries. It became an independent given name in various European cultures.
Source:
Historical records and linguistic studies