Linette
Linette: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Linette
- A female given name from Welsh.
Etymology
In modern use a spelling variant of Lynette, though it is also identical with a rare French name, diminutive of Line, from Caroline, Pauline and other female names ending in -line.
How popular is Linette?
Since 1880, 4,285 girls in the U.S. have been named Linette. Its highest rank for girls was #863 in 1970. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Linette
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Linette
Sister and brother names that share Linette's Welsh roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Linette FAQ
What does the name Linette mean?
A female given name from Welsh. In modern use a spelling variant of Lynette, though it is also identical with a rare French name, diminutive of Line, from Caroline, Pauline and other female names ending in -line.
What is the origin of the name Linette?
Linette is listed as a name of Welsh origin.
How popular is the name Linette?
Since 1880, 4,285 girls in the U.S. have been named Linette. Its highest rank for girls was #863 in 1970. In 2025, 6 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Linette a boy or girl name?
Linette is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 4,285 girls and 0 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.