Find out how popular the first name Sweetie has been for the last 1 years (from 2001 to 2001) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Sweetie by gender

Based on the last 1 years of data, Sweetie is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2001, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Sweetie.

The history of the first name Sweetie

The name Sweetie is a modern English pet name derived from the word "sweet" which means pleasant or delightful. It is not an ancient name, but rather a term of endearment that has become a nickname or given name in more recent times.

The word "sweet" has its origins in the Old English word "swete" which meant pleasant, delightful, or agreeable. This word can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic "swotiz" and is related to the Old Norse "soetr" and the Dutch "zoet". The use of "sweet" as a term of affection for a loved one or romantic partner dates back to the 16th century.

While Sweetie is not found in ancient texts or historical records as a formal given name, its use as a pet name or nickname can be seen in literature and popular culture from the 19th century onwards. Some early examples include the character Sweetie in the 1857 novel "The Morgesons" by Elizabeth Stoddard, and the 1909 song "Sweetie Dear" by Theodore Morse.

In terms of notable individuals with the first name Sweetie, there are limited examples as it is a relatively modern and unconventional name. One of the earliest recorded instances is Sweetie Ladd, an American actress born in 1906 who appeared in several films in the 1920s and 1930s. Another example is Sweetie Petie, an American blues singer and songwriter born in 1900 who was active in the 1920s and 1930s.

Other individuals with the first name Sweetie include Sweetie Candy, an American musician and singer born in 1949, and Sweetie Hemphill, an American gospel singer born in 1948. There is also Sweetie Gant, an American politician and activist from Georgia who was born in the 1930s and was involved in the Civil Rights Movement.

While not an ancient or traditional given name, Sweetie has become a unique and affectionate nickname or first name in more recent times, reflecting the endearing nature of the word "sweet" and its use as a term of affection.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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