Jeannelle is of French origin and means "God is merciful". It is a variant of the name Jeanelle, which itself is derived from the masculine name John. In French, 'Jean' translates to 'John', and 'elle' is the feminine suffix. Therefore, Jeannelle can be interpreted as the feminine form of Jean or John. The name gained popularity in the 20th century but remains relatively uncommon. It offers a unique yet familiar sound, combining elements from traditional names with a modern twist.
The name Jeannelle appears to have seen a peak in popularity during the late 1970s and early 1980s, with at least five births each year from 1978 to 1984. However, its usage seems to have declined since then, with no more than six births per year after 2006, resulting in a total of 75 births over the period 1970-2016.