Jeanette: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
God is gracious, a name of French elegance.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #2585
- Peak
- #82 in 1939
Trend: Steady, holding a similar rank across the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Jeanette Means
Jeanette is a girl name of English origin. God is gracious, a name of French elegance.
How Popular Jeanette Is
Jeanette currently ranks #2585 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #82 in 1939. It has held steady.
Good to Know About Jeanette
- Jeanette broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #82 in 1939.
- Jeanette has been a top 100 name across 176+ years of American history.
- Jeanette is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
- It has a vintage charm that's making a stylish comeback.
Names Like Jeanette
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Jeanette
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Jeanette.
Questions About Jeanette
What does Jeanette mean?
Jeanette is a girl name of English origin. God is gracious, a name of French elegance.
How popular is Jeanette?
Jeanette currently ranks #2585 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #82 in 1939. It has held steady.
Where does Jeanette come from?
Jeanette comes from English roots. Jeanette broke into the top 100 baby names in the U.S., reaching #82 in 1939.
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