Origin and Meaning of Jennet

Little Jane or God is gracious

Origin: English - Jennet is a diminutive of the name Jennifer, which itself is derived from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar (Guinevere). The name Jennifer means 'white fairy' or 'the fair one' in Old Welsh.

• Jennet was commonly used during the Middle Ages in England and has since become less frequently used, making it a vintage name.
• Similar names like Jennifer and Janet have gained more popularity in modern times while Jennet remains relatively rare.
• Notable bearers include Jennet de Horne, an English noblewoman in the 13th century, and Jennet, a character in Charles Dickens' 'The Old Curiosity Shop'.
• While Jennet is less common today, its variations and derivatives have enjoyed higher popularity, with Jennifer reaching significant heights in the 20th century.
• The name has variants in different languages, such as Janette (French), and is related to names like Jenna and Genevieve.