Gracious
Yanette is a diminutive form of Yana or Jana, which are Slavic and Eastern European variations of Jane or Joan. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' The suffix '-ette' adds a French-inspired diminutive quality, giving the name a delicate and feminine feel.
Less common today
Yanette isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,120 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
