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Jannette

Girl name · 3 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Jannette: 3 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 3 births in 1975.

The French form of Jean, Jannette is a feminine diminutive, ultimately rooted in the Hebrew Yochanaan, meaning "God is gracious." This name gained widespread usage in Scotland, often seen as a variant of Janet, which was particularly popular from the 16th to 19th centuries. A notable bearer was the Scottish folk musician Jannette "Jean" Redpath (1937–2014), a celebrated interpreter of traditional ballads. While not directly tied to a specific place, the name shares its origin with countless towns and cities named after Saint John, including Perth's own St John's Kirk. Variants like Jeanette and Janette remain more common in modern Scotland, but Jannette offers a slightly softer, more melodic twist on a classic choice.