Jeanne Meaning in English

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US

ˈdʒin

JEEN

UK

ʒæn

ZHAN

Definition

A female given name, the French form of 'Joan.' Most commonly associated with 'Jeanne d'Arc' (Joan of Arc), a famous French historical figure.

Usage & Nuances

'Jeanne' is used mainly in French or French-influenced contexts and is not pronounced as 'Jean.' In English, it's most recognized from 'Jeanne d'Arc.' Can be confused with 'Jean' (which is usually a male name in English). Rare in English-speaking countries.

• Spanish: Jeanne (nombre propio femenino)
• Portuguese (BR): Jeanne (nome próprio feminino)
• Portuguese (PT): Jeanne (nome próprio feminino)
• Chinese (Simplified): 珍娜 (人名，女性)
• Chinese (Traditional): 珍娜（人名，女性）
• Hindi: जीन (महिला नाम)
• Arabic: جين (اسم أنثوي)
• Bengali: জ্যানে
• Russian: Жанна
• Japanese: ジャンヌ
• Vietnamese: Jeanne
• Korean: 잔느
• Turkish: Jeanne
• Urdu: ژان
• Indonesian: Jeanne

Example Sentences

Jeanne is from France.

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I met Jeanne at the library.

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Jeanne likes to paint.

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Everyone says Jeanne makes amazing cakes.

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Have you met Jeanne's new puppy?

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When I think of courage, I always remember Jeanne d'Arc.

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