Gennette is a unique and elegant given name of Latin origin, derived from the Latin word 'genna', meaning 'to be born'. It is a variant of the name Jennifer, which was derived from the Cornish name 'Jennack', meaning 'gracious fair lady'. Gennette is often associated with strength, grace, and femininity. The name has gained popularity in recent years due to its distinctive sound and classic roots. Despite being less common than Jennifer or other similar names, Gennette offers a charming alternative that retains the same core meanings and historical significance.
The name Gennette experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with noticeable spikes in certain decades. The highest birth counts occurred in 1951 and 1956, each with 14 and 11 births respectively, suggesting a trend towards increased usage of the name during this period. However, the most consistent years for Gennette's popularity were from 1936 to 1948, where there were at least 5 births annually, except for 1947 with 9 births. After 1956, the name seemed to decline in popularity, with only a handful of births each year until it reached its lowest point in the dataset with just one birth in 1979. Overall, Gennette was a moderately popular name throughout these years, with a total of 187 births recorded from 1929 to 1979.