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amother


 

Post Mon, Aug 01 2011, 10:37 am
I would like to name a child after my grandmother z"l, however I'm not sure what names would work. Her name was Lois Jean (she was called Jean). I would like to use a name corresponding with Jean, if I can. I would also be willing to use a name corresponding with Lois. I'm at a loss, though. Could you suggest some Hebrew, Yiddish, or Ladino names to use for Jean and Lois?

Many thanks!
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Ruchel




 
 
    
 

Post Mon, Aug 01 2011, 10:42 am
Jean(ne) is from Yohanna, no?

Among Yekkes, Jenny was often Shaina or Shaindel.

Among Sefardim, Jeanne could be Hanna.

I have seen Jeanne for Yentl.
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Shuly




 
 
    
 

Post Mon, Aug 01 2011, 11:01 am
I know Jeans who are Yocheved.
For Lois, how about Leah or Leora?
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