Hattie

Hattie is an English diminutive of Harriet, which is itself an anglicized feminine form of the French Henriette, ultimately derived from the Germanic name Heinrich, composed of the elements heim, meaning home, and ric, meaning power or ruler. The name gained wide use in the English-speaking world during the 18th and 19th centuries, when Harriet was a fashionable given name. Notable bearers include Hattie McDaniel, the American actress who became the first Black performer to win an Academy Award, and Hattie Jacques, the beloved British comedic actress. Related forms include Harriet, Henrietta, and Henriette.