Find out how popular the first name Janett has been for the last 49 years (from 1974 to 2022) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Janett by gender

Based on the last 49 years of data, Janett is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2022, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Janett.

The history of the first name Janett

The name Janett is a feminine given name derived from the Hebrew name Yohanan, which means "Yahweh is gracious" or "God is merciful." The name has its origins in the ancient Middle East, and it has been used across various cultures and languages over the centuries.

During the early days of Christianity, the name was popularized and widely used among followers of the faith. It was common in the Byzantine Empire and the Eastern Mediterranean regions, where it was often spelled as Ioannetta or Ioanetta.

In the Middle Ages, the name made its way to Western Europe, where it was adapted to different languages and spellings. In France, it was known as Jeannette, while in England, it took the form of Janette or Jenet.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name can be found in the "Domesday Book," a great survey of England conducted in 1086 by order of William the Conqueror. The book mentions a woman named Jenet, who resided in the county of Lincolnshire.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Janett or its variations. One of the most famous was Jeanne d'Arc (1412-1431), also known as Joan of Arc, the French heroine who played a pivotal role in the Hundred Years' War against England.

Another prominent figure was Jenet Rendlesham (c. 1515-1556), an English noblewoman and lady-in-waiting to Catherine Parr, the sixth wife of King Henry VIII. Rendlesham was a supporter of the Protestant Reformation and was instrumental in helping to spread Protestant teachings in England.

In the realm of literature, Janette Oke (1935-2023) was a Canadian author known for her inspirational fiction and pioneering works of Christian romance. Her novels, such as the "Love Comes Softly" series, have been widely read and adapted for film and television.

In the world of sports, Janette Desautel (1912-1999) was a Canadian athlete who excelled in various disciplines, including track and field, basketball, and softball. She competed in the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin and won a silver medal in the 4x100m relay.

Lastly, Janette Bertrand (1925-2016) was an American physicist and computer scientist who made significant contributions to the development of early computer systems. She worked at companies like IBM and Bell Labs, and her work on programming languages and compilers helped shape the field of computer science.

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The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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