Ginette

“filled with generosity” — Associated with meanings related to generosity or tribe

French origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#14394US 2015

6Births / yr

↑Rising

881All-time births

📅 Since 194000

How to pronounce Ginette

JIN·ETT·EE

/ˈdʒɪn.ˈɛtt.ˈiː/ · stress on JIN · 3 syllables

“filled with generosity”

Associated with meanings related to generosity or tribe · French origin

What does Ginette mean and where does it come from?

'Ginette' is a diminutive of 'Genevieve', with roots in French. It is often associated with meanings related to generosity or tribe, and it is traditionally used in French-speaking countries. Over the years, it has appeared in various cultural contexts, sometimes associated with historical figures o

Cultural significance

Ginette has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in French-speaking communities, where it reflects values of filled with generosity.

Peak popularity

Reached #1938 in 1959 — currently #14394 in the US.

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How else can you spell Ginette?

Same sound, different look — useful if you want something slightly more distinctive

What middle names flow best with Ginette?

Ginette works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Ginette Grace

How popular is Ginette right now?

Rising fast — up 2076 spots — currently #14394 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1940–2015#14394 · Top 11%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2015	#14684	6	▲ up 2076 · +20% births
2005	#16760	5	▼ down 3352 · -17% births
2000	#13408	6	▼ down 2677 · -14% births
1995	#10731	7	▼ down 4512 · -50% births
1990	#6219	14	▼ down 1510 · -12% births
1985	#4709	16	▲ up 339 · +14% births
1980	#5048	14	▼ down 1940 · -39% births
1975	#3108	23	▼ down 363 · -12% births
1970	#2745	26	▲ up 154 · +37% births
1965	#2899	19	▼ down 409 · -21% births
1960	#2490	24	▲ up 1038 · +100% births
1955	#3528	12	▼ down 891 · -25% births
1950	#2637	16	▲ up 2343 · +220% births
1940	#4980	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Ginette

Best Year1960Rank #2490

Peak Count26

Average Rank#6710

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1940 - 201514 years

The story of Ginette

Ginette entered American naming records in 1940 and has been in use for over 84 years. With 881 total births recorded, Ginette remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #4980 in 1940, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #14684 in 2015.

Names that peaked alongside Ginette in 1959:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Ginette by decade

Ginette peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1940s	47
1950s	177
1960s ★	204
1970s	203
1980s	126
1990s	72
2000s	28
2010s	24

💎Ginette has only 881 total recorded births since 1940 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Ginette?

Common

GinGinieGinyEtte

Famous people named Ginette

Ginette (French philosopher)

Ginette carried this name in the Enlightenment tradition that shaped modern Western thought.

Ginette (medieval French noble)

Ginette held this name in the courts of medieval France, from which it spread across Europe with the Normans.

Ginette (French author)

Ginette immortalized this name in French literature, one of the world's great literary traditions.

Ginette (French monarch)

Ginette bore this name in the French royal court, spreading its aristocratic prestige across Europe.

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What names sound and feel like Ginette?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Ginette also consider these

Ginnette

French · French

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French · Pledge or promise

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French · Minette

Gigette

English · A beloved name

Gilette

Hebrew · A Hebrew name

Gissette

French · Pledge, promise

Winette

American · A diminutive form

Ninette

France · French

How is Ginette written in other languages?

Common questions about the name Ginette

What does the name Ginette mean?

Ginette means "filled with generosity" — a name rooted in French tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Ginette?

Ginette is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Ginette?

Ginette originates from French tradition. French names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How do you pronounce the name Ginette?

Ginette is a three-syllable name pronounced JH IH1 N EH1 T T IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

What sibling names go well with Ginette?

Ginette pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar French heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.