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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.”

name

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 notes

In plain EnglishA modern female name built on "Jane."

Easily confused with

jane → janet →

Word forms

Janelles plural

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Etymology

From "Jane" plus the diminutive suffix "-elle," following the same pattern as "Janine" or "Jeanette."

Rhymes for Janelle

Elle belle Delle Helle Nelle Noelle Joelle gazelle Estelle Giselle Michelle Isabelle

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Frequently asked questions

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.".