Jeannette
Jeannette is a girl's name of French origin.
Meaning
God is gracious.
Origin and history
Jeannette is a French diminutive of Jeanne, which originates from the Hebrew name Yochanan. It was widely popular in the United States during the early-to-mid 20th century but has become far less common in recent decades. The name conveys a classic, vintage French charm.
Popularity in the United States
69,251 babies in the United States have been named Jeannette since 1880. It ranks #478 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1972.
States where it is most popular
- NY (12.1 %)
- CA (10.5 %)
- MA (7.5 %)
- PA (6.6 %)
- OH (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 705 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,289 |
| 1900-1910 | 2,111 |
| 1910-1920 | 7,719 |
| 1920-1930 | 9,992 |
| 1930-1940 | 9,798 |
| 1940-1950 | 9,631 |
| 1950-1960 | 8,863 |
| 1960-1970 | 7,565 |
| 1970-1980 | 5,196 |
| 1980-1990 | 3,708 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,648 |
| 2000-2010 | 547 |
| 2010-2019 | 350 |
| 2020-2029 | 129 |
Famous people named Jeannette
- Jeannette Rankin: Politician, Suffragist
- Jeannette Walls: Author, Journalist
Nicknames
Jean, Jeannie, Jennie, Netta, Nettie
Fun facts
- Jeannette originated in France as a diminutive form of Jeanne, adding an endearing suffix.
- The name enjoyed its highest popularity in the United States during the 1920s and 1930s.