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How to pronounce Janet (JAN-et)

Janet

JAN-et

JANet

Scottish diminutive of Jane. Two syllables, stress on the first.

Notes

Scottish diminutive of Jane. Two syllables, stress on the first.

Origin & meaning

Origin
Hebrew via Scottish
Meaning
God is gracious (Scottish diminutive of Jane)

Aussie nickname — what your mates might call you

  • Jan
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Popularity

Common Australian girls' name in the mid-20th century.

Notable people

  • Janet Jackson (American singer)

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