US Popularity Rank: 11321

Origin: British

Meaning: Plant; Favor, grace; God is gracious; Priceless, invaluable; Highly praiseworthy

Nettie is a feminine name that has various origins and meanings for baby to use as inspiration. Coming from the Hebrew name Neta, it translates to “plant,” and is a lovely choice if you want to inspire baby’s earthy, tree-hugging spirit. For a more gentle aesthetic, Nettie can also come from the French name Annette, meaning “favor” or “grace,” or Jeanette, meaning “God is gracious.” Whether you want baby to celebrate your faith or inspire their calm, graceful spirit, the name Nettie will make for a lovely fit. If you’d prefer Nettie to be a shortened version of Antoinette, it can mean “priceless,” “invaluable,” or “highly praiseworthy.” Of course, your bundle of joy is going to be a priceless gift to your life and a wonderful addition to your family, and the name Nettie will always remind them of that.