Female Name
Pierrette
pjɛ.ʁɛt
Overview
Gender
feminine
Origin
Categories
artists
diminutives
earth
ends in -ette
feminine forms
landforms
opera singers
painters
politics
stone
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
59/100
classic160%
formal65%
upper class160%
delicate65%
refined140%
strange175%
complex160%
Meaning & Etymology
Pierrette is a feminine diminutive of the name Pierre, which is of French origin. It is traditionally used as a female given name and is associated with the theatrical character Pierrette, a female counterpart to Pierrot. The name carries connotations of grace and charm, often linked to its theatrical and cultural significance.
Etymology
Original Form:
Pierre
Evolution:
The name Pierrette evolved as a feminine diminutive of Pierre, reflecting a trend in French naming conventions to create female versions of male names.
Source:
French naming traditions