Nanette
na-NET
Letters
7
Syllables
2
Origin
French
Total Births
16,888
Peak Year
#772 in 1957
First Recorded
1892
Style
Vintage, Cute & Playful
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A diminutive of the French name Anne, meaning 'grace'. It originated in France and became popular as a standalone name.
Numerology
The Nurturer
Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.
Famous Namesakes
Nanette Fabray
American actress, singer, and dancer
Nanette Hayes
Fictional detective created by Charlotte Carter
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