Jeanice, pronounced /ˈʒoʊnɪs/, is a feminine given name of French origin that means "graced by God." It has gained popularity as an independent name in English-speaking countries since the mid-20th century but has historical roots dating back to medieval France. The name Jeanice is often associated with its more traditional counterparts, such as Jean and Jane, sharing their root meaning of "God is gracious" or "God's gift." In some cases, it may also have been used as a variation of the Italian name Giannina. Despite its French origins, Jeanice has predominantly English spelling and pronunciation, making it appealing to English-speaking parents seeking a unique yet accessible name for their daughter.
The name Jeanice experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the century spanning from 1915 to 2011. The peak years for this name were 1937 with 22 births and 1954 with 25 births. However, it is clear that Jeanice was not a consistently popular name throughout this period, as there were many years where fewer than 10 babies were named Jeanice. By the end of the century, the name had become quite rare, with only a handful of births each year from 1996 onwards. In total, there were 1255 babies named Jeanice over these 97 years.