Nettie Needham

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Nettie Needham — English
42K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Nettie Needham is a name that combines English origins. The first name Nettie is a feminine given name of English origin. Nettie is a feminine given name that is a diminutive form of Annette, Jeanette, Lynnette and Antonia. Its popularity in the United States has continually declined since its peak in the 1910s and 1920s. Notable people with this name include: Given name Nettie Craig Asberry (1865–1968), American educator Nettie Lee Benson (1905–1993), American librarian Nettie McKenzie Clapp (1868–1935), American politician Nettie Crawford, the 1962 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion Nettie Depp (1874–1932), American education reformer and public official Nettie Grooss (1905–1977), Dutch sprinter Nettie Jane. The surname Needham: Alicia Adélaide Needham (1863–1945), Irish composer Arthur Needham (1859–1915), Washington State pioneer Ben Needham, British infant missing since 1991 Col Needham, co-founder of the Internet Movie Database David Needham, English football player Elizabeth Needham, English procuress and brothel-keeper of 18th-century London Ernest Needham (1873–1936), English football player Francis Needham, 3rd Earl of Kilmorey (1842–1915), 3rd Earl of Kilmorey Sir Frederick Needham (1835–1924), English physician George Needham (teacher) (1804 –1894), Australian teacher Hal Needham, American stuntman Henry Bea. Nettie is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 42K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Nettie reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Nettie

English

Nettie is a feminine given name that is a diminutive form of Annette, Jeanette, Lynnette and Antonia. Its popularity in the United States has continually declined since its peak in the 1910s and 1920s. Notable people with this name include: Given name Nettie Craig Asberry (1865–1968), American educator Nettie Lee Benson (1905–1993), American librarian Nettie McKenzie Clapp (1868–1935), American politician Nettie Crawford, the 1962 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion Nettie Depp (1874–1932), American education reformer and public official Nettie Grooss (1905–1977), Dutch sprinter Nettie Jane.

Surname: Needham

Irish

Alicia Adélaide Needham (1863–1945), Irish composer Arthur Needham (1859–1915), Washington State pioneer Ben Needham, British infant missing since 1991 Col Needham, co-founder of the Internet Movie Database David Needham, English football player Elizabeth Needham, English procuress and brothel-keeper of 18th-century London Ernest Needham (1873–1936), English football player Francis Needham, 3rd Earl of Kilmorey (1842–1915), 3rd Earl of Kilmorey Sir Frederick Needham (1835–1924), English physician George Needham (teacher) (1804 –1894), Australian teacher Hal Needham, American stuntman Henry Bea.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Nettie is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Nettie by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Nettie Needham

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Nettie Needham:

6
Expression Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

3
Personality Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Nettie?
The first name Nettie originates from English. Nettie is a feminine given name that is a diminutive form of Annette, Jeanette, Lynnette and Antonia. Its popularity in the United States has continually declined since its peak in the 1910s and 1920s. Notable people with this name include: Given name Nettie Craig Asberry (1865–1968), American educator Nettie Lee Benson (1905–1993), American librarian Nettie McKenzie Clapp (1868–1935), American politician Nettie Crawford, the 1962 Scripps National Spelling Bee champion Nettie Depp (1874–1932), American education reformer and public official Nettie Grooss (1905–1977), Dutch sprinter Nettie Jane.
When was Nettie most popular?
The name Nettie reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Needham?
The surname Needham originates from Irish. Alicia Adélaide Needham (1863–1945), Irish composer Arthur Needham (1859–1915), Washington State pioneer Ben Needham, British infant missing since 1991 Col Needham, co-founder of the Internet Movie Database David Needham, English football player Elizabeth Needham, English procuress and brothel-keeper of 18th-century London Ernest Needham (1873–1936), English football player Francis Needham, 3rd Earl of Kilmorey (1842–1915), 3rd Earl of Kilmorey Sir Frederick Needham (1835–1924), English physician George Needham (teacher) (1804 –1894), Australian teacher Hal Needham, American stuntman Henry Bea.
What are the origins of the name Nettie Needham?
The name Nettie Needham combines two different traditions: the first name Nettie has English roots, while the surname Needham originates from Irish.
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