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First name Nanny - Meaning, Origin and Rating
Origin
English
Nameday
Meaning
Nanny is a feminine name of English origin associated with the role of caring for children. It originated as a job title for a hired child minder and is also commonly used as an affectionate term for a grandmother. In some cases, it functions as a diminutive of Ann. The name is additionally known as that of Abraham Lincoln’s pet goat.