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Meanings

English Baby Names Meaning:

In English Baby Names the meaning of the name Janet is: God has been gracious. A feminine form of John.

Hebrew Baby Names Meaning:

In Hebrew Baby Names the meaning of the name Janet is: Gift from God.

Scottish Baby Names Meaning:

In Scottish Baby Names the meaning of the name Janet is: from the French Jeanette.

American Baby Names Meaning:

In American Baby Names the meaning of the name Janet is: Gift from God.

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