Female Name
Jeannette
ʒa.nɛt
d͡ʒə.ˈnɛt
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
currently out of the US top 1000
DC Comics characters
Dharma and Greg characters
diminutives
ends in -ette
Swimming Hall of Famers
YouTubers
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
63/100
classic100%
formal65%
upper class65%
natural65%
wholesome100%
refined80%
serious65%
Meaning & Etymology
Jeanette is a French diminutive of Jeanne, which itself is the French feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, often retaining its original meaning and connotations of grace and favor.
Etymology
Original Form:
Jeanne
Evolution:
From Jeanne to Jeanette, the name evolved as a diminutive form, adding a sense of endearment or familiarity.
Source:
French language and naming conventions