Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jannett originates from the Hebrew name 'Yohanan', which means 'God is gracious'. The name has evolved through several historical forms, including Janet and Janette. It is considered a classic feminine name with a gracious meaning, although it does not have a biblical basis. Jannett has seen popularity since the late Middle Ages and has several common variants.
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈnɛt/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jannett is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yohanan', which means 'God is gracious'. The name has evolved through various forms, including Janette and Janet.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yohanan, John, Janet, Janette, Jannett
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the late Middle Ages and has remained common into modern times.
Variants & Derivatives
Janet, Janette, Jan, Jana
Modern Popularity & Image
Jannett is perceived as a classic and feminine name, although it is less common today compared to its variants.
Famous People
Jannett K. M. S. R. R. B. M. J. E. W. N. A. Jannett, Jannett E. A. F. C.
📊 Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 25 peak births in 1991
Geographic Spread
Popular across 2 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 6 different American generations with varying popularity
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Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4695th of 9107 | 62 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3231st of 9204 | 144 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2886th of 12526 | 308 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 4798th of 19264 | 183 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 5746th of 27321 | 227 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 13004th of 35406 | 102 |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity by Generation - Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 4044th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
62.07% 3224th/5194 |
43.07% 2721st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
72.81% 5434th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity
This map shows relative popularity across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends in the United States
This name shows strongest popularity in California across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, usage has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, popularity patterns vary significantly: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4695th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3231st out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2886th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 4798th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 5746th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 13004th out of 35406 names. Explore how this name has evolved through American history with comprehensive regional and generational analysis.