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The name Jeanne is a popular female given name that comes from France. It's like the English names Joan or Jane. Many famous people have been named Jeanne throughout history.

Famous People Named Jeanne

Many well-known people have carried the name Jeanne.

  • Jeanne Cooper (1928–2014) was an American actress. She was best known for her role as Katherine Chancellor on the TV show The Young and the Restless.
  • Jeanne Moreau (1928–2017) was a French actress, singer, screenwriter, and director. She starred in over 130 films and was a very important figure in French cinema.
  • Jeanne Calment (1875–1997) was a French supercentenarian. She lived to be 122 years and 164 days old, which is the longest confirmed human lifespan on record.

Hurricanes Named Jeanne

The name Jeanne has been used for three different hurricanes in the Atlantic. One of the most notable was Hurricane Jeanne in September 2004.

Hurricane Jeanne (2004)

Hurricane Jeanne was a very powerful and destructive storm. It caused widespread damage and many problems, especially in the Caribbean Islands and Florida in the United States.

  • The hurricane first hit the Caribbean, causing a lot of damage and affecting many people.
  • It then moved towards eastern Florida, bringing strong winds and heavy rain.
  • Because Hurricane Jeanne was so destructive and caused so much harm, the name Jeanne was officially retired. This means it will never be used again for another Atlantic hurricane. The name Julia was chosen to replace it on the list of hurricane names.
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