Declining since 1991.
Popularity of Jannette since 1894
Babies named Jannette per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1890s | 5 |
| 1900s | 5 |
| 1910s | 100 |
| 1920s | 157 |
| 1930s | 346 |
| 1940s | 656 |
| 1950s | 960 |
| 1960s | 907 |
| 1970s | 650 |
| 1980s | 619 |
| 1990s | 487 |
| 2000s | 229 |
| 2010s | 93 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Jannette is a spelling variant of Janet that saw its highest U.S. usage in the mid-20th century, peaking in 1962. Since 1991, its popularity has steadily declined. The name was first recorded in 1894 but has not appeared in the top 1000 since the late 1990s. It is a classic example of the 'ette' suffix names favored in English and French naming traditions.
Jannette is a variant of Janet, itself a diminutive of Jane, the feminine form of John. John derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' The spelling with a double 'n' and 'ette' ending became popular in the English-speaking world in the 19th and early 20th centuries, reflecting French influence.
Where Jannette is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jan, Nettie, Janey
Sibling names for Jannette
Names that share Jannette's style, for a brother or sister.
