Gracious
A French diminutive of Jeanne, which is the feminine form of Jean (John). It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, signifying that God has been merciful or gracious.
Less common today
Jeannette isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #692 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
First woman to hold federal office in the United States Congress
Author of the memoir The Glass Castle
American singer and actress known for 1930s musical films
The brainy member of the Chipettes · Alvin and the Chipmunks
