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Janet
JA-niht
Janet (name) means a female given name, a diminutive of Jane, historically common in Scotland. Example: “Janet moved to Edinburgh after university.”
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A female given name, a diminutive of Jane, historically common in Scotland.
"When stay-at-home orders kept Jeff and Janet Ralli from looking at a home in the neighborhood they had their eye on in Ocean County, New Jersey, they forged ahead online."
— Anna Bahney, These people bought homes without ever stepping inside (2020)
"Janet moved to Edinburgh after university."
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Etymology
Formed from Jane and -et (see that entry). It was chiefly Scottish until the 19th century, and is a doublet of Jeanette, Jeannette, Juanita, Shanae and Sinead.
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What does “Janet” mean?
The word “Janet” means a female given name, a diminutive of Jane, historically common in Scotland.
How do you pronounce “Janet”?
“Janet” is pronounced JA-niht (/ˈd͡ʒænɪt/ in IPA).
How do you use “Janet” in a sentence?
Here is “Janet” used in a sentence: “Janet moved to Edinburgh after university.”
What part of speech is “Janet”?
“Janet” is a name.
Is “Janet” a common word?
“Janet” is a fairly common word in modern English.
What is the difference between Janet and Jane?
Jane is the original name, and Janet began as a diminutive or pet form of it. Over time Janet became a common given name in its own right, historically especially in Scotland.
Is Janet a girl's name or a boy's name?
Janet is traditionally a female given name. It developed as a diminutive of Jane and has long been popular as a name for girls and women.
What are common short forms or nicknames for Janet?
Janet is itself a diminutive of Jane, and it is often shortened further to "Jan" in everyday use. Which short form someone prefers is a matter of personal choice.
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