Scottish Meaning: The name Jeanette is a Scottish baby name. In Scottish the meaning of the name Jeanette is: Scottish version of the Old French Jehane, a feminine form of John: God is gracious.American Meaning: The name Jeanette is an American baby name.In American the meaning of the name Jeanette is: Scottish version of the Old French Jehane, a feminine form of John: God is gracious. French Meaning: The name Jeanette is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Jeanette is: Little Jean.God is gracious.n American the meaning of the name Jeanette is: Scottish version of the Old French Jehane, a feminine form of John: God is gracious. French Meaning: The name Jeanette is a French baby name. In French the meaning of the name Jeanette is: Little Jean. God is gracious.