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Janelle
Janelle (name) means a female given name, formed as an elaboration of "Jane.". Example: “Janelle was the first in her family to graduate college.”
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A female given name, formed as an elaboration of "Jane."
"Janelle was the first in her family to graduate college."
How to use Janelle
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA modern female name built on "Jane."
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Word forms
- Plural
- Janelles
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Etymology
From "Jane" plus the diminutive suffix "-elle," following the same pattern as "Janine" or "Jeanette."
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What does “Janelle” mean?
The word “Janelle” means a female given name, formed as an elaboration of "Jane.". In plain terms, a modern female name built on "Jane.".
How do you use “Janelle” in a sentence?
Here is “Janelle” used in a sentence: “Janelle was the first in her family to graduate college.”
What part of speech is “Janelle”?
“Janelle” is a name.
What is the meaning of Janelle?
"Janelle" (name) means a female given name, formed as an elaboration of "Jane.".
