Jeanne (en. Jeanne)

/ʒan/

Meaning & Definition

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noun

Common first name in France, often associated with providence and character traits such as strength and leadership.

Joan of Arc is an emblematic figure in French history.

Jeanne d'Arc est une figure emblématique de l'histoire française.

Also used as an affectionate or familiar term.

My little Jeanne is always cheerful.

Ma petite jeanne est toujours joyeuse.

Derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.

Joan of Arc

National heroine of France, known for her role during the Hundred Years' War.

Jeanne d'Arc

It's not Jeanne

Expression to indicate that something is wrong or false.

C'est pas Jeanne

Jean

Masculine first name equivalent to Jeanne.

Jean

Joan of Arc

Saint, heroine, and symbol of French resistance.

Jeanne d'Arc

Familiar term to designate a strong-willed woman.

She’s not afraid to say what she thinks, she’s a real Jeanne.

Elle n'a pas peur de dire ce qu'elle pense, c'est une vraie jeanne.

Used among young people to refer to active young women.

Look at that Jeanne, she’s always moving at the party.

Regarde cette jeanne, elle est toujours en train de bouger dans la fête.