Godinette
go-dee-NET
A diminutive form linked to Godiva, carrying the sense of a “divine gift.”
Meaning
The excerpts connect Godinette with Godiva and treat it as one of Godiva’s pretty diminutives. In that tradition, the underlying name is explained as meaning “divine gift,” and the French-looking form Godinette reflects a diminutive ending. One excerpt also notes that Godine and Godinette were in use as feminine forms in Cambrai.
Origin
Old EnglishTeutonicFrenchfeminine
Fun fact
Fischer lists Godiva, Godine, and Godinette together for May 25th.
Confidence: mixed. Sources: History of Christian Names, Girls' Names and Name-Day and Birthday Book.