Jeanette Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjuh-NET / /dʒəˈnɛt/French; English
Meaning
French: God is gracious; English: diminutive of Jean
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeanette is a diminutive form of the name Jean, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It has been used in various cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 19th century. It is often associated with grace and kindness due to its meaning.
Trend Summary
Jeanette has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., peaking in the early to mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janette
- Jeannette
International Variants
- Giannetta (Italian)
- Janette (Scottish)
- Jeannette (French)
Famous people named Jeanette
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Fictional characters named Jeanette
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeanette was first seen in the United States in 1918. Jeanette has ranked as high as #823 nationally, which occurred in 1935, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Jeanette has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeanette (1992)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 7 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1918 | 5 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1921 | 10 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 10 |
| 1933 | 12 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 18 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 6 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1953 | 7 |
| 1956 | 7 |
| 1957 | 6 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 6 |
| 1961 | 11 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 5 |
| 1964 | 9 |
| 1965 | 5 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 7 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 7 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 11 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 6 |
| 1978 | 6 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 12 |
| 1987 | 12 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 7 |
| 1995 | 5 |