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Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: jeh-NET /dʒəˈnɛt/
Origin: French; English
Meaning: French: God is gracious; English: variant of Janet
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jenette is derived from the French name Jeannette, which is a diminutive form of Jeanne, itself the feminine form of Jean. The name Jean originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." This name passed into Greek as Ioannes and then into Latin as Iohannes, before evolving into various forms in the Romance languages, including the Old French Jehan and its diminutive Jeannette.
The transition into English occurred during the Norman Conquest in the 11th century, when many Norman names were integrated into the English lexicon, leading to the adoption of Jeannette and its variants. Historically, the name has been borne by various notable figures, including saints and queens.
One significant figure is Saint Jeanne d'Arc (Joan of Arc), a national heroine of France who lived in the 15th century and was canonized in the 20th century. The name's association with piety and virtue contributed to its enduring presence in Christian contexts.
Additionally, the name appeared in various literary works and translations, including the King James Bible, which further solidified its cultural resonance in English-speaking societies. Culturally, Jenette and its variants have been associated with qualities such as grace and favor, reflecting its etymological roots.
The name has been embraced in various forms across different cultures, often symbolizing strength and resilience. The diminutive form Jen, while not the primary name, has also been used affectionately in familial and social contexts, showcasing the name's adaptability and enduring appeal throughout history.
Famous people named Jenette
In this section, you will find notable people named Jenette. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Jenette who have made a significant impact on popular culture.
We also feature individuals named Jenette who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.
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Jenette Goldstein is an actress best known for Aliens, Terminator 2: Judgment Day, and Near Dark.
Jenette McCurdy is an actress and author best known for iCarly, Sam & Cat, and her memoir I'm Glad My Mom Died.
Fictional characters named Jenette
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Jenette is a fictional character from the animated series The Amazing World of Gumball. She is a minor character who is known for her role as a classmate of Gumball and Darwin, often appearing in various school-related scenarios.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Jenette. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jenette was first seen in the United States in 1899.
Jenette has ranked as high as #3046 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, New York, Texas, Michigan, and Ohio.
In the past 5 years the name Jenette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jenette is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Jenette was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Jenette.
| Year | Total Births | Girl |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 5 | 5 |
| 2012 | 7 | 7 |
| 2011 | 6 | 6 |
| 2008 | 5 | 5 |
| 2007 | 8 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 | 5 |
| 2004 | 5 | 5 |
| 2003 | 7 | 7 |
| 2001 | 7 | 7 |
| 2000 | 5 | 5 |
| 1999 | 11 | 11 |
| 1998 | 15 | 15 |
| 1997 | 9 | 9 |
| 1996 | 8 | 8 |
| 1995 | 16 | 16 |
| 1994 | 15 | 15 |
| 1993 | 15 | 15 |
| 1992 | 24 | 24 |
| 1991 | 29 | 29 |
| 1990 | 26 | 26 |
| 1989 | 25 | 25 |
| 1988 | 29 | 29 |
| 1987 | 33 | 33 |
| 1986 | 31 | 31 |
| 1985 | 39 | 39 |
| 1984 | 48 | 48 |
| 1983 | 40 | 40 |
| 1982 | 55 | 55 |
| 1981 | 44 | 44 |
| 1980 | 32 | 32 |
| 1979 | 42 | 42 |
| 1978 | 38 | 38 |
| 1977 | 36 | 36 |
| 1976 | 34 | 34 |
| 1975 | 39 | 39 |
| 1974 | 43 | 43 |
| 1973 | 51 | 51 |
| 1972 | 31 | 31 |
| 1971 | 40 | 40 |
| 1970 | 38 | 38 |
| 1969 | 37 | 37 |
| 1968 | 23 | 23 |
| 1967 | 29 | 29 |
| 1966 | 28 | 28 |
| 1965 | 29 | 29 |
| 1964 | 31 | 31 |
| 1963 | 24 | 24 |
| 1962 | 24 | 24 |
| 1961 | 20 | 20 |
| 1960 | 21 | 21 |
| 1959 | 26 | 26 |
| 1958 | 28 | 28 |
| 1957 | 21 | 21 |
| 1956 | 29 | 29 |
| 1955 | 10 | 10 |
| 1954 | 19 | 19 |
| 1953 | 24 | 24 |
| 1952 | 21 | 21 |
| 1951 | 29 | 29 |
| 1950 | 21 | 21 |
| 1949 | 17 | 17 |
| 1948 | 11 | 11 |
| 1947 | 16 | 16 |
| 1946 | 14 | 14 |
| 1945 | 13 | 13 |
| 1944 | 18 | 18 |
| 1943 | 16 | 16 |
| 1942 | 14 | 14 |
| 1941 | 12 | 12 |
| 1940 | 20 | 20 |
| 1939 | 15 | 15 |
| 1938 | 9 | 9 |
| 1937 | 14 | 14 |
| 1936 | 11 | 11 |
| 1935 | 9 | 9 |
| 1934 | 9 | 9 |
| 1933 | 15 | 15 |
| 1932 | 17 | 17 |
| 1931 | 9 | 9 |
| 1930 | 9 | 9 |
| 1929 | 8 | 8 |
| 1928 | 10 | 10 |
| 1927 | 14 | 14 |
| 1926 | 11 | 11 |
| 1925 | 11 | 11 |
| 1924 | 16 | 16 |
| 1923 | 8 | 8 |
| 1922 | 6 | 6 |
| 1921 | 13 | 13 |
| 1920 | 13 | 13 |
| 1919 | 9 | 9 |
| 1918 | 8 | 8 |
| 1917 | 9 | 9 |
| 1916 | 5 | 5 |
| 1914 | 6 | 6 |
| 1912 | 5 | 5 |
| 1910 | 9 | 9 |
| 1908 | 5 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 | 5 |
| 1899 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Jenette (1994)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |