A feminine given name, originally a diminutive of Jane.
Scottish diminutive of Jane, which comes from Old French 'Jehane,' a feminine form of John. John derives from Hebrew 'Yohanan' meaning 'God is gracious.'
Janet was particularly popular in Scotland and became associated with Border ballads and folklore, including the famous 'Janet' who rescues her lover from the Queen of Fairies in the ballad 'Tam Lin.' This literary heritage gave the name a romantic, mystical quality.
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