Janine
Meaning of Janine
Janine is a feminine name with origins in various languages, including Hebrew, French, and Slavic. It is derived from the name Jane, which means "God is gracious." Janine has associations with elegance and sophistication. In British English, it is pronounced as juh-NEEN (/dʒəˈniːn/), while in American English, it is also pronounced as juh-NEEN (/dʒəˈnin/). Variations of the name include Janina and Jeanine. Janine has been a moderately popular choice for baby girls in the United States over the years, with fluctuating rankings. It peaked in popularity in the 1970s and 1980s but remains a recognizable and timeless option for parents today.
Pronunciation
British English
- Pronunced as juh-NEEN (/dʒəˈniːn/)
American English
- Pronunced as juh-NEEN (/dʒəˈnin/)
U.S. Popularity Chart
Notable People Named Janine
| Janine Wiedel is a documentary photographer and visual anthropologist known for her socially minded work exploring themes such as resistance, protest, multiculturalism, and counterculture movements. |
| Janine Burke is a versatile Australian author, art historian, biographer, novelist, and photographer who also curates art exhibitions and holds the position of Honorary Senior Fellow at the University of Melbourne. |
| Janine Benyus - Janine M. Benyus is an American natural sciences writer and author who coined the term Biomimicry, promoting design inspired by nature for sustainable and innovative solutions. |
| Janine Jansen is a renowned Dutch violinist and violist. |
| Janine Turner is a well-known American actress, author, and public speaker, recognized for her roles in Northern Exposure, Cliffhanger, and Friday Night Lights, as well as for her work with Constituting America. |
| Janine Marie Szpara is a former American soccer player and coach who played as a goalkeeper and represented the United States women's national team. |
| Janine Marchessault is a prominent professor of Cinema and Media Studies at York University in Toronto, Canada, with a focus on various aspects of media, urban cultures, and sustainability. |
| Janine Tugonon - Janine Marie Raymundo Tugonon is a Filipino actress, TV host, model, and beauty pageant titleholder who was crowned Miss Universe Philippines 2012 and placed 1st runner up at the Miss Universe 2012 pageant. |
| Janine Allis is an Australian businesswoman known for founding Boost Juice and being part-owner of Retail Zoo. |
| Janine Shepherd is an Australian author, aerobatics pilot, and former cross-country skier who overcame a life-threatening injury to become an inspirational figure. |
| Janine Gutierrez - Janine Marie Elizabeth de Leon Gutierrez is a multi-talented Filipino entertainer known for her work as an actress, television host, commercial model, and singer, and is currently an exclusive talent of ABS-CBN. |
| Janine Gibson is a Canadian politician, activist, farmer, and organic agriculture consultant, currently serving as the Leader of the Green Party of Manitoba. |
| Janine Harouni is a UK-based American stand-up comedian and actress. |
| Janine Mellor is an English actress best known for her role as Kelsey Phillips in the BBC One drama Casualty from 2005 to 2009. |
| Janine Jackson is the program director of FAIR and the host and producer of CounterSpin, a widely syndicated radio show focused on media criticism. |
