Holding steady.
Popularity of Ginette since 1940
Babies named Ginette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 47 |
| 1950s | 177 |
| 1960s | 204 |
| 1970s | 203 |
| 1980s | 126 |
| 1990s | 72 |
| 2000s | 28 |
| 2010s | 24 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Ginette is a French diminutive of Geneviève, ultimately from Germanic roots. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1940 and reached its peak popularity in 1959, when it ranked among the top 1,000 girls' names. The name has since become rare, with no current rank and fewer than five annual births. Its trajectory is stable, maintaining a niche presence primarily in French-American communities. Ginette's association with the French saint Geneviève adds a layer of religious heritage, but it remains a distinctive choice for families with French ties.
Ginette is a French diminutive of Geneviève, which is derived from the Germanic name Genovefa, possibly meaning 'woman of the race' or 'tribe woman'. The name was borne by the patron saint of Paris, Saint Genevieve, a fifth-century nun. In the United States, Ginette saw moderate use among French-American communities and enjoyed a peak in the 1950s, likely influenced by French cultural figures.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gin, Ginny
Sibling names for Ginette
Names that share Ginette's style, for a brother or sister.
