Janayah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-NAY-uh / /dʒəˈneɪə/Arabic; English
Meaning
God is gracious (Arabic); variant of Janice (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Arabic, Janayah is derived from the root word meaning 'grace' or 'favor,' reflecting a positive and benevolent connotation. The name is often associated with qualities of kindness and compassion. In English, it is considered a modern variant of Janice, which itself is a diminutive of Jane, a name with deep roots in English-speaking cultures. Janice has been popular in various English-speaking countries, often linked to a sense of familiarity and warmth.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Janaya
- Janae
- Janiya
International Variants
- Yana (Slavic)
- Gianna (Italian)
Famous people named Janayah
Janayah McCoy — athlete.
Fictional characters named Janayah
Janayah — original character in a novel.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janayah was first seen in the United States in 1997. Janayah has ranked as high as #1337 nationally, which occurred in 2007, and has been most popular in Florida, Pennsylvania, New York, California, and New Jersey. In the past 5 years the name Janayah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janayah (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1998 | 9 |
| 1999 | 15 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 12 |
| 2002 | 22 |
| 2003 | 25 |
| 2004 | 35 |
| 2005 | 41 |
| 2006 | 41 |
| 2007 | 51 |
| 2008 | 34 |
| 2009 | 34 |
| 2010 | 47 |
| 2011 | 47 |
| 2012 | 24 |
| 2013 | 33 |
| 2014 | 27 |
| 2015 | 26 |
| 2016 | 21 |
| 2017 | 30 |
| 2018 | 19 |
| 2019 | 29 |
| 2020 | 18 |
| 2021 | 24 |
| 2022 | 15 |
| 2023 | 21 |
| 2024 | 14 |