Janet Schulte

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janet Schulte — French
587K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janet Schulte 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 Schulte: Schulte is a German surname, derived from the word Schultheiß. Variants of the surname include Scholte, Schuldt, Schultens and Schultze. Adolf Schulte (1894-1917), German flying ace Aloysius Schulte, St. Ambrose University president Dieter Schulte (1940–2022), German labor leader Eduard Schulte (1891–1966), German industrialist Edward J. Schulte (1890–1975), American architect Eike Wilm Schulte (1939–2025), German operatic baritone Francis B. 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: Schulte

English

Schulte is a German surname, derived from the word Schultheiß. Variants of the surname include Scholte, Schuldt, Schultens and Schultze. Adolf Schulte (1894-1917), German flying ace Aloysius Schulte, St. Ambrose University president Dieter Schulte (1940–2022), German labor leader Eduard Schulte (1891–1966), German industrialist Edward J. Schulte (1890–1975), American architect Eike Wilm Schulte (1939–2025), German operatic baritone Francis B.

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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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Notable People Named Janet Schulte

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

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

3
Expression Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Soul Urge Number

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

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

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 Schulte?
The surname Schulte originates from English. Schulte is a German surname, derived from the word Schultheiß. Variants of the surname include Scholte, Schuldt, Schultens and Schultze. Adolf Schulte (1894-1917), German flying ace Aloysius Schulte, St. Ambrose University president Dieter Schulte (1940–2022), German labor leader Eduard Schulte (1891–1966), German industrialist Edward J. Schulte (1890–1975), American architect Eike Wilm Schulte (1939–2025), German operatic baritone Francis B.
What are the origins of the name Janet Schulte?
The name Janet Schulte combines two different traditions: the first name Janet has French roots, while the surname Schulte originates from English.
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