Jeanette: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: je-ha-hne-htte-h
Origin: Denmark
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Europe
Meaning: God is gracious

Jeanette is a feminine name with a rich background in both Hebrew and French origins. The meaning of Jeanette is "God is gracious". It is a variant of the names Jeanne and Janet, which also share the same meaning. The name is derived from the Hebrew "God is gracious" and is a feminine version of the French name Jean. The name Jeanette has been held by numerous iconic figures, ranging from authors to actresses to DC comic characters. Whether the name is chosen to celebrate faith or provide creative inspiration, Jeanette carries a humble meaning that can remind its bearer of their spiritual place in the world. With its typical French -ette ending, Jeanette may also inspire the artistic and academic greats that have emerged from France.

Jeanette Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jeanette is currently #702 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Jeanette is currently #387 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jeanette is currently #693 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Jeanette is currently #385 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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