Janet Fleury

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janet Fleury — French
587K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janet Fleury is a name that combines French origins. The first name Janet is a feminine given name of French origin. Janet is a feminine given name meaning "God is gracious" or "gift from God". It is the feminine form of John. It is a variation of the French proper noun Jeannette, Spanish proper noun Juanita, Russian Жанет (Zhanet), Circassian Джэнэт (Dzhenet), and Hungarian Zsanett. It is also the diminutive of Jeanne or Jane. People with the given name Janet People with the given name Janat Janat Ansari (born 1970), Nepalese politician Janat Gul, alternate name of Hammdidullah, Afghan prisoner of the U.S. The surname Fleury: The surname Fleury is of French and English (of Norman origin) and is classified as a toponymic surname (habitational name from Fleury). It derives from several places in France named Fleury, which themselves originate from the Gallo-Roman personal name Florus (from Latin florus meaning "blooming" or "flowering") combined with the locative suffix -acum. The surname is primarily of French and Norman origin, but it is also found in England and in Germany. Janet is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 587K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Janet reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Janet

French

Janet is a feminine given name meaning "God is gracious" or "gift from God". It is the feminine form of John. It is a variation of the French proper noun Jeannette, Spanish proper noun Juanita, Russian Жанет (Zhanet), Circassian Джэнэт (Dzhenet), and Hungarian Zsanett. It is also the diminutive of Jeanne or Jane. People with the given name Janet People with the given name Janat Janat Ansari (born 1970), Nepalese politician Janat Gul, alternate name of Hammdidullah, Afghan prisoner of the U.S.

Surname: Fleury

Latin

The surname Fleury is of French and English (of Norman origin) and is classified as a toponymic surname (habitational name from Fleury). It derives from several places in France named Fleury, which themselves originate from the Gallo-Roman personal name Florus (from Latin florus meaning "blooming" or "flowering") combined with the locative suffix -acum. The surname is primarily of French and Norman origin, but it is also found in England and in Germany.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Janet is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Janet by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Janet Fleury:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Janet?
The first name Janet originates from French. Janet is a feminine given name meaning "God is gracious" or "gift from God". It is the feminine form of John. It is a variation of the French proper noun Jeannette, Spanish proper noun Juanita, Russian Жанет (Zhanet), Circassian Джэнэт (Dzhenet), and Hungarian Zsanett. It is also the diminutive of Jeanne or Jane. People with the given name Janet People with the given name Janat Janat Ansari (born 1970), Nepalese politician Janat Gul, alternate name of Hammdidullah, Afghan prisoner of the U.S.
When was Janet most popular?
The name Janet reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Fleury?
The surname Fleury originates from Latin. The surname Fleury is of French and English (of Norman origin) and is classified as a toponymic surname (habitational name from Fleury). It derives from several places in France named Fleury, which themselves originate from the Gallo-Roman personal name Florus (from Latin florus meaning "blooming" or "flowering") combined with the locative suffix -acum. The surname is primarily of French and Norman origin, but it is also found in England and in Germany.
What are the origins of the name Janet Fleury?
The name Janet Fleury combines two different traditions: the first name Janet has French roots, while the surname Fleury originates from Latin.
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