Janine

Janine is a feminine given name of French origin. It is a form of Jeannine or Jeanne, derived from the Hebrew Yochanan meaning "God is gracious" and related to Jane, Joan, and Jean. The name appears in various spellings, including Jeannine and Janinne.

Usage and notable individuals: The name has been used across English-speaking countries, with peak popularity in the mid- to late 20th century. Notable people named Janine include the American actress Janine Turner, known for the television series Northern Exposure; and the American comedian and actress Janine Garofalo. The journalist and author Janine di Giovanni is another public figure bearing the name.

Fictional characters: Janine is the name of Janine Butcher, a long-running character on the British television soap opera EastEnders. The name has appeared in other works of fiction as well.