Jeanene

Jeanene is a feminine name that functions as a variant of Jeanine or Janine, which themselves are French diminutive forms of Jean (the feminine form of John), ultimately derived from Hebrew meaning 'God is gracious.' This particular spelling emerged in the United States during the mid-20th century as parents sought distinctive variations of familiar names. Jeanene reached its peak popularity in the 1950s and 1960s but has since become relatively uncommon, giving it a vintage charm. The name maintains the elegant, feminine quality of its root forms while offering a slightly different visual presentation. Jeanene typically evokes associations with mid-century America and carries a gentle, refined character.

Pronounced jee-uh-NEEN.

As of October 2026, Jeanene ranked #16077 in US births in 2009 SSA, peaked at #1013 in 1936.