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How to pronounce Harriet (HAR-ee-et)

Harriet

HAR-ee-et

Hareeet

Three syllables. Stress on the first syllable.

Notes

Three syllables. Stress on the first syllable.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Old German via French
Meaning
ruler of the home (feminine of Harry)

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Hattie
  • Harry
Why we shorten names like this →

Notable people

  • Harriet Tubman (American abolitionist)

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