Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1962) | #99 |
| Babies named Janette in 1962 | 81 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 1,325 |
| Peak year | 1954 (157 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #58 |
| Years in records | 1952–1962 (11 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 29 spots |
Frequently asked about Janette
What does the name Janette mean?
Janette means “God is gracious” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Janette?
Janette has English origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious”.
How popular is Janette in Australia?
Janette ranked #99 in Australia in 1962 — given to 81 babies that year.
When was Janette most popular?
Janette peaked in 1954 with 157 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Janette a boy or girl name?
Janette is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Janettes in registered births are female.
Is the name Janette rising or falling in popularity?
Janette has fallen 29 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #70 in 1957 to #99 in 1962.
How long has Janette been recorded in Australia?
Janette appears in birth records in Australia across 11 years — from 1952 through 1962.