Nettie
boy nameNettie entered the US charts in 1885, peaked at #936 in 1885, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1885–2025
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rank today
#936
peak (1885)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #936 |
| 1890s | #1057 |
| 1910s | #3450 |
| 1920s | #3402 |
| 1930s | #3741 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nettie are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nettie alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nettie in 2025?
- Nettie is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Nettie most popular?
- Nettie peaked in 1885, reaching #936 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Nettie with classmates?
- Nettie will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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