Names ending in ette

Sunette

Afrikaans

Rare name across the globe, but most often heard in South Africa.

Susette

Susette is a delicate feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive of Susan or Suzanne. These names ultimately derive from the Hebrew name Shoshana, meaning "lily" or "rose." Susette…

Suzette

French diminutive of Susannah, Hebrew

"lily"

Suzette has a kind of clunky retro charm – so kitsch it's almost cool again.

Sylvette

Sylvette is a delicate feminine name of French origin, functioning as a diminutive of Sylvie or Sylvia, which derive from Latin 'silva' meaning 'forest' or 'wood.' The suffix '-ette' adds a sense of…

Thalette

Greek

"bringer of blossoms"

An alternative form of Thallo, goddess of spring.

Thomasette

Thomasette is a feminine name derived from Thomas, which has biblical origins meaning 'twin.' This name represents the French feminine diminutive form of Thomas, following the pattern of adding the…

Tloinette

Tloinette is an extremely rare feminine name that appears to be a unique variation or creative adaptation, possibly related to Antoinette. Without widespread usage, its precise origins are difficult…

Toinette

French, diminutive of Antoinette

"priceless one"

Probably too close for comfort to "toilette." Antonia conveys the same idea with a more mellifluous sound.

Tonette

Tonette is a feminine name that originated as a diminutive form of Antonia or Antoinette. With French linguistic influences, the name literally means 'little Toni.' It carries a vintage charm…

Trinette

Trinette is a feminine name with French origins, functioning as a diminutive form of Trinity or Katrina. This elegant name combines the melodic quality of French naming traditions with a distinctly…

Trinnette

Trinnette is a rare feminine name that appears to be a diminutive or elaboration of Trinity, with the French-influenced '-ette' suffix adding a sense of delicacy and refinement. The root 'Trin-'…

Twanette

Twanette is a feminine given name that appears to be a creative variation of names like Antoinette or possibly a feminine form of Twan (a Dutch variant of Anthony). It combines elements of delicacy…

Ursulette

Ursulette is a feminine given name that functions as a diminutive form of Ursula. The name Ursula comes from the Latin word 'ursa,' meaning 'bear,' and has been used since medieval times. The…

Vedette

French

"star, leading actor"

Translating to "star", but used to refer to the leading female artist in a cabaret show, for French speakers, this would be like naming your child "Showgirl". Alternatively however, it could be a…

Velvette

Velvette is a feminine name inspired by the luxurious fabric velvet, with an added French-style 'ette' ending that enhances its ornate, refined quality. Though not derived from traditional naming…

Venusette

Venusette is an extremely rare feminine name that appears to be a diminutive or elaborate variation of Venus, the Roman goddess of love and beauty. The addition of the French-inspired suffix '-ette'…

Vernette

Vernette is a feminine name with French origins, derived as a diminutive form of the name Verna, which itself comes from the Latin word "vernus" meaning "spring." The addition of the suffix "-ette"…

Vidette

Vidette is a delicate feminine name of French origin. It derives from the word 'vidette' or 'vedette,' which historically referred to a mounted sentinel or lookout positioned to observe enemy…

Vignette

English from French

"short and evocative description; little vine"

The french word vignette literally means "little vine," but in English it is a literary and art term. In literature, a vignette refers to a brief but vivid description, and in art, an illustration or…

Villette

French

"small town"

Charming Gallic name uncommon in France, and unknown in this country, with literary credibility as the title of a Charlotte Brontë novel.