Janette
Meaning of Janette
Janette is a female name with origins in the English language. It is a variation of the names Janet and Jeanette. The name Janette is pronounced as juh-net in both American English and British English (/dʒəˈnɛt/).
In terms of popularity, Janette has been given to newborn girls in the United States since at least 1880. Over the years, its rank has varied, but it has consistently remained a relatively uncommon choice. In recent years, there have been an average of around 30-40 occurrences per year, placing it outside the top 4000 names. However, it's worth noting that popularity can vary by region and individual preferences.
The name Janette does not have any specific associations or meanings beyond being a variant of Janet and Jeanette. Parents who choose this name for their daughter may be drawn to its simplicity and classic appeal.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as juh-net (/dʒəˈnɛt/)
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Notable People Named Janette
| Janette Manrara Škorjanec is a well-known Cuban-American television presenter, choreographer, and professional dancer, recognized for her appearances on So You Think You Can Dance and Strictly Come Dancing. |
| Janette Sadik-Khan is a former NYC transportation commissioner and current advisor on urban issues, working to improve city life globally. |
| Janette Oke is a Canadian author known for her inspirational fiction, often featuring female protagonists in pioneer settings, with her novel "Love Comes Softly" being the first of many published by Bethany House in 1979. |
| Janette Toral is a prominent Filipino e-commerce and social media specialist, known as the "mother of e-commerce law in the Philippines," with expertise in various fields including blogging, lobbying, and entrepreneurship. |
| Janette Barber is an American comic, television producer, and writer who has won six Emmy Awards and is known for her work with Rosie O'Donnell and her recovery from chronic pain. |
| Janette Rallison is a well-known American writer of light romance novels for young adults who also writes under the pen names C. J. Hill and Sierra St. James, and is a mother of five children, including a cartoonist and YouTuber named James. |
| Janette Hales Beckham, also known as Janette C. Hales, was the tenth general president of the Young Women organization of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and a former member of the Utah State Legislature. |
| Janette Howard is the wife of John Howard, the second-longest-serving Prime Minister of Australia. |
| Thora Janette Scott is a retired British actress. |
| Janette Mason is a British jazz pianist, arranger, composer, and record producer known for her acclaimed albums and film scores. |
| Janette Carter, daughter of musicians A.P. and Sara Carter, was an American musician known for her contributions to preserving Appalachian music. |
| Janette Sebring Lowrey was an American children's writer, best known for the book The Poky Little Puppy, which became the all-time best-selling hardcover children's book in the U.S. |
| Janette Hargin is a Swedish former alpine skier who competed in the 2002 and 2006 Winter Olympics, winning six Swedish national titles and achieving several top ten finishes in World Cup races. |
| Janette Husárová - Janette Husarova is a retired Slovak tennis player. |
| Janette Ovando Reazola is a Mexican politician affiliated with the National Action Party and has served as Deputy of the Mexican Congress. |
