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Harriet is a female name. The name is an English version of the French Henriette a female form of Henri. The male name Harry was formed in a similar way from Henry. All these names are derived from Henrik which is ultimately derived from the Germanic name Heimiric derived from the word elements heim or home and ric meaning power ruler. The male name Henry was first used in England by Normans. Popular nicknames for Harriet include Hattie Hettie Hennie Harri/Harrie and Etta/Ettie.
