Janette: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: ja-hne-htte-h
Origin: Greece
gender-female

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Updated on Aug 14, 2024 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: God is gracious

Janette is a girl's name with origins in Hebrew and Scottish languages, meaning "God is gracious". It is a variant of the Hebrew name Jane and the Scottish name Janet, and it also stems from the French name Jehane. Janette is a feminine form of John, which means 'god has been gracious'. The name was first used in England in the 15th century and was taken from the Old French Jehanne, which also had Biblical origins. The name Janette has several meanings in different languages. In Hebrew, it means 'gift from god', while in English, it signifies 'god has been gracious'. The name has many variations across different cultures and languages, such as Jone in Basque, Joanna in Biblical, and Ionna in Biblical Greek. The elegant name Janette has stood the test of time and has been associated with notable figures like Janet Leigh of Hollywood's golden age and enduring pop sensation Janet Jackson.

Janette Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Janette is currently #646 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Janette is currently #340 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Janette is currently #637 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Janette is currently #338 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Famous People Named Janette

This section lists notable individuals and public figures named Janette, showcasing their achievements and contributions in various fields.

  • Janette McCurdy: Janette McCurdy is an American actress, producer, and singer known for her role as Sam Puckett on the television series "iCarly" and "Sam & Cat."
  • Janette Mason: Janette Mason is a British jazz pianist, composer, and arranger known for her work in contemporary jazz music.

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