Jeannette
girl name#5238 in 2025Jeannette entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #173 in 1916, ranks #5238 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#5238
rank today
#173
peak (1916)
24
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #234 |
| 1890s | #237 |
| 1900s | #218 |
| 1910s | #187 |
| 1920s | #200 |
| 1930s | #189 |
| 1940s | #218 |
| 1950s | #286 |
| 1960s | #336 |
| 1970s | #417 |
| 1980s | #548 |
| 1990s | #1254 |
| 2000s | #3030 |
| 2010s | #4234 |
| 2020s | #5778 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jeannette has been most popular in California, Texas, New York.
Living bearers
About 34,500 people named Jeannette are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jeannette alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jeannette in 2025?
- Jeannette ranks #5238 among US girl names in 2025, with 24 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jeannette most popular?
- Jeannette peaked in 1916, reaching #173 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jeannette with classmates?
- Jeannette will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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