Jeanette
girl name#2387 in 2025Jeanette entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #82 in 1939, ranks #2387 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2387
rank today
#82
peak (1939)
75
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #223 |
| 1890s | #217 |
| 1900s | #200 |
| 1910s | #150 |
| 1920s | #131 |
| 1930s | #99 |
| 1940s | #114 |
| 1950s | #152 |
| 1960s | #168 |
| 1970s | #210 |
| 1980s | #255 |
| 1990s | #480 |
| 2000s | #1251 |
| 2010s | #2063 |
| 2020s | #2593 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jeanette has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 94,000 people named Jeanette are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jeanette alive today was born around 1948, making them about 77 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jeanette in 2025?
- Jeanette ranks #2387 among US girl names in 2025, with 75 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jeanette most popular?
- Jeanette peaked in 1939, reaching #82 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jeanette with classmates?
- Jeanette will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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