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Name Origin

Harriet is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from the name Henriette, which itself is a diminutive of Henry. It means 'ruler of the home' or 'home ruler'.

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Famous People

Harriet Tubman (1822-1913)

Abolitionist and Spy

  • Conducted the Underground Railroad, helping hundreds of enslaved people escape to freedom.
  • Served as a spy for the Union Army during the Civil War.

Harriet Beecher Stowe (1811-1896)

Novelist and Abolitionist

  • Authored 'Uncle Tom's Cabin,' a novel that played a significant role in fueling anti-slavery sentiment in the United States.

Harriet Quimby (1875-1912)

Aviator

  • First woman to earn a pilot's license in the United States.
  • First woman to fly across the English Channel.

Harriet Monroe (1860-1936)

Poet and Editor

  • Founded and edited 'Poetry' magazine, a leading publication in American poetry for over three decades.