A 1930s favorite, climbing again.
Popularity of Jeanetta since 1882
Babies named Jeanetta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1961, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Jeanetta's real moment was 1935.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 10 |
| 1890s | 27 |
| 1900s | 86 |
| 1910s | 221 |
| 1920s | 454 |
| 1930s | 595 |
| 1940s | 686 |
| 1950s | 837 |
| 1960s | 844 |
| 1970s | 600 |
| 1980s | 453 |
| 1990s | 234 |
| 2000s | 67 |
| 2010s | 29 |
| 2020s | 6 |
Meaning & origin
Jeanetta is a distinctly mid-20th century American name that reached its peak usage in 1935. Though it has never been among the most popular names in the United States, it is a classic example of the diminutive feminine form that was fashionable in the early 1900s. The name derives from Jean, which itself is a variant of Jane, ultimately from the Hebrew Yochanan. Jeanetta's first recorded use in the Social Security data is 1882, making it a name with over a century of quiet history. While it has not been recorded in the top 1000 since 1959, a slight revival since 2022 suggests renewed interest, perhaps as part of the trend for vintage names. Its gentle sound and elegant spelling make it a distinctive choice.
Jeanetta is a feminine diminutive of Jean, the English and Scottish form of Jane, itself derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' It emerged in the 19th century as a variant of Jeannette, influenced by names like Annette or Henrietta. Though never extremely common, it saw most use in the United States during the 1930s, its peak decade.
Where Jeanetta 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: Jean, Netta, Jenny
Sibling names for Jeanetta
Names that share Jeanetta's style, for a brother or sister.
