Linnette
Meaning of Linnette
Linnette, pronounced “LIN-et” (/ˈlɪnɛt/), is a feminine name of Breton or Welsh extraction, often regarded as a diminutive of the medieval Lynette (from Eluned), though some sources link it to the French pet form of Linda. Analytical accounts highlight its connotations of poised resilience, each soft consonant and open vowel evoking the fluid strokes of Persian calligraphy. In Puerto Rico between 1998 and 2001, Linnette appeared modestly—six to nine newborns annually, peaking at rank 91 in 1999—suggesting a slow-burning appeal rather than a passing fad. With its balanced phonetic structure and cross-cultural adaptability, the name offers parents an understated alternative: not storming the top ten, but carving a discreet niche with international elegance.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as LIN-et (/ˈlɪnɛt/)
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Notable People Named Linnette
| Linnette Vassell - |
