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Name Origin

Jeannette is a feminine given name, a diminutive form of Jeanne, which is the French form of the Hebrew name Johanna. Johanna means 'God is gracious'.

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Famous People

Jeannette Rankin (1880-1973)

Politician

  • First woman elected to the United States Congress
  • Pacifist and advocate for women's suffrage

Jeannette Walls (1950-)

Journalist, Author

  • Bestselling author of 'The Glass Castle'