Jeannot

Jeannot is a French masculine diminutive of Jean, which itself derives from the Latin Iohannes and ultimately from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning God is gracious. The diminutive suffix -ot gives the name an affectionate, familiar quality common in French naming traditions. It has long been used as a fond form of Jean in French-speaking regions, much as Johnny serves English speakers. Related forms include Jeannet, Jeannot's feminine counterpart Jeannotte, and the broader family of names descending from Jean, including Jeannin and Jeanneau.