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Harriett

♀ Girl

Pronounced HAIR-ee-ut /ˈhɛr.i.ət/Medium

Meaning: A double-t spelling of Harriet, the feminine of Harry/Henry, from Germanic roots meaning 'home ruler; estate ruler.' A classic, spirited name.Medium

In 30 seconds: A classic spelling: Harriett means 'home ruler' — the feminine of Henry (said 'HAIR-ee-ut'). Spirited and vintage.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Germanic, French
MeaningA double-t spelling of Harriet, the feminine of Harry/Henry, from Germanic roots meaning 'home ruler; estate ruler.' A classic, spirited name.
U.S. rank (2025)#6641 ↗ Rising
2025 U.S. births17 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1920
Total births (all-time)≈ 21,621

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192018802025

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Harriett spells Harriet, feminine of Harry/Henry, from Germanic roots meaning 'home ruler.' It carries vintage strength — think Harriet Tubman's fortitude — in a classic form, rare beside the common Harriet (said 'HAIR-ee-ut').

It appears only rarely, next to the more common Harriet. Rare, spirited, and vintage.

Did you know? Harriett is a double-t spelling of Harriet, the feminine of Harry/Henry, from Germanic roots for 'home ruler; estate ruler' — a spirited classic (said 'HAIR-ee-ut').
Overall data confidence 52%
References — Harriett — Harriet variant; 'home ruler'

Variations

HarrietHarrietteHenrietta

Nicknames

HattieEtta

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Harriett mean?

Harriett is a form of Harriet (feminine of Henry), from Germanic roots for 'home ruler; estate ruler.'

How do you pronounce Harriett?

It's said HAIR-ee-ut /ˈhɛr.i.ət/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Harriett a boy or girl name?

Harriett is a girl's name.

How popular is Harriett?

Harriett is a rare name in the U.S.

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