Jacquenette

French, feminine diminutive of Jacques
"supplanter"

Jacquenette Origin and Meaning

The name Jacquenette is a girl's name.

Jacquenette is a feminine name of French origin, functioning as an elaborate diminutive form of Jacqueline, which itself is the feminine version of Jacques (the French form of James). The name ultimately derives from Hebrew Ya'akov (Jacob), meaning 'supplanter' or 'holder of the heel'. The addition of the diminutive suffix '-ette' gives the name a particularly delicate, feminine quality. Jacquenette is exceedingly rare, likely appealing to parents who appreciate elaborate French naming traditions while seeking something very distinctive. Despite its rarity, the name maintains connections to the more familiar Jacqueline, making it unusual but not completely foreign-sounding to most ears. Its elaborate structure conveys elegance and sophistication with a vintage flair.