Nannie

English variation of Hebrew Hannah

"grace"

Nannie Origin and Meaning

The name Nannie is a girl's name.

Nannie is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Ann or Nancy. The name has historical roots as an affectionate nickname before establishing itself as a standalone given name, particularly in the Southern United States during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Nannie peaked in popularity in the 1880s-1890s but has since become rare as a formal name. The term also evolved into a common affectionate title for grandmothers or nursemaids in some regions. With its warm, vintage quality, Nannie evokes a sense of nostalgic charm and Southern heritage. Though seldom used for newborns today, it retains a sweet, homespun appeal that connects to a simpler era.

Nannie Rank in US Top 1000

# 942 in the US

Famous People Named Nannie

• Nannie Dorothea "Nan" Hinkle Phelps American folk artist
• Nannie Helen Burroughs American educator and activist
• Nannie Aschenheim Reis American journalist and clubwoman
• Nannie Kelly Wright American ironmaster
• Nannie Lambert Power O'Donoghue Irish poet
• Nannie de Villiers South African tennis player