Hattie is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #1855 in 1997 with 80 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2025 with 923 births ranking #334. Since 1996, the popularity has decreased by 25.2%. In 1997, approximately 1 in every 21,758 girls born was named Hattie. RISING Recent data shows the name is currently rising.
Hattie is a cheerful vintage short form of Harriet and carries the same home-ruler meaning. It feels warm, affectionate, and especially charming in revival use.
The name fits perfectly with the return of cosy old-fashioned nickname names that also work well on adults. Its modern appeal lies in friendliness and personality.