Jeanine Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationzhah-NEEN / ʒəˈniːnFrench; Hebrew
Meaning
French: God is gracious; Hebrew: He (God) will increase
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeanine is a feminine 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 20th century, especially in the United States. While traditionally feminine, it has also been adopted as a masculine name in some contexts.
Trend Summary
The name Jeanine has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a peak in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janine
- Jeannine
International Variants
- Giannina (Italian)
- Yannina (Greek)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeanine was first seen in the United States in 1964. Jeanine has ranked as high as #1122 nationally, which occurred in 1964, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jeanine has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1964 | 6 |
1970 | 5 |