Joanette is a feminine given name of French origin. It is a variant spelling of the name Jeanne or Johanna, which derive from the Hebrew name Hannah. The name Joanette has not been widely used throughout history and therefore does not have a significant historical figure associated with it. However, its meaning remains constant regardless of its popularity: "God is gracious." Despite its lack of widespread use, Joanette can still make for a unique and charming given name choice for parents looking to honor their French heritage or simply give their child a distinctive moniker.
The name Joanette has seen varied popularity over the years in the United States, with a total of 367 births recorded between 1936 and 1986.
In the early years, there were fewer than 10 babies named Joanette each year. The first peak in popularity occurred in 1942, with nine births that year. This was followed by another spike in 1957, with 15 babies given the name Joanette.
The late 1950s and early 1960s were particularly popular times for the name, with a high of 21 births in 1961. However, popularity declined steadily after this point, falling to single digits by the mid-1960s and remaining there until the late 1970s.
There was another slight increase in popularity during the late 1970s and early 1980s, with nine births recorded in 1978 and six in both 1979 and 1986. However, overall, the name Joanette has not been among the most popular choices for parents in recent decades.
Despite its fluctuations in popularity, the name Joanette remains a unique and distinctive choice, with a rich history dating back to at least the 1930s in the United States.