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Help[Opinions] Re: Jean, Joan, Jane and June
in reply to a message by Perrine
The Joan of Arc association is interesting, so even if it is dated, I have a soft spot for it. Eventually, it will make a comeback especially if there is a renewed interest in medieval history and women in history.
Jean is a comfortable name. Unpretentious but just as historic as Jane or Joan, Jean is pleasant although a bit masculine. The nickname Jeanie could be either a bonus or a drawback depending on how much you like "I Dream of Jeannie."
Jane is sweet but dull. Not even Jane Austen can liven it up. It is odd that Austen gave some of her characters her own name. Maybe it is the association with Jane Bennett and Jane Grey, but Jane reminds me of a woman who, while perhaps good natured, struggles to see through people's intentions and gets either taken in or needs the assitance of others to avoid fading away.
June is spritely. I go back and forth on how much I like it, but right now it feels insubstantial.
I like Janice and Jeanine. Of the options available, I would choose either Joan or Jean.
Jean is a comfortable name. Unpretentious but just as historic as Jane or Joan, Jean is pleasant although a bit masculine. The nickname Jeanie could be either a bonus or a drawback depending on how much you like "I Dream of Jeannie."
Jane is sweet but dull. Not even Jane Austen can liven it up. It is odd that Austen gave some of her characters her own name. Maybe it is the association with Jane Bennett and Jane Grey, but Jane reminds me of a woman who, while perhaps good natured, struggles to see through people's intentions and gets either taken in or needs the assitance of others to avoid fading away.
June is spritely. I go back and forth on how much I like it, but right now it feels insubstantial.
I like Janice and Jeanine. Of the options available, I would choose either Joan or Jean.
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