Holding steady.
Popularity of Jeananne since 1928
Babies named Jeananne per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 6 |
| 1930s | 31 |
| 1940s | 73 |
| 1950s | 87 |
| 1960s | 111 |
| 1970s | 35 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jeananne is a compound name combining Jean and Anne, first recorded in the United States in 1928. While never ranking in the top 1000, it saw modest use in the mid-20th century, reaching a peak in 1963. The name largely stayed steady in usage through the 1960s before declining. Its rarity today makes it a distinctive choice, though it remains unmistakably familiar through its components. The name has not been associated with any particular state or region, appearing only occasionally across the country.
Jeananne is a compound name formed from Jean and Anne. Jean is the French form of Johanna, ultimately from Hebrew Yochanaan meaning 'God is gracious.' Anne derives from Hebrew Hannah meaning 'grace.' The combination became popular in the mid-20th century as a distinctive double-name variant of the classic Jean. It peaked in use in the 1960s and has since become rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jean, Jeanie, Annie, Janie
Sibling names for Jeananne
Names that share Jeananne's style, for a brother or sister.
