Janean Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjuh-NEEN / /dʒəˈniːn/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is gracious; Hebrew: Gift from God
Historical & Cultural Background
Janean is a modern variant of the name Jane, which has roots in Hebrew and English. The name Jane has been popular in various cultures, often associated with grace and favor. It gained prominence in the English-speaking world during the Middle Ages and has remained a classic choice for girls. The variant Janean reflects a contemporary twist on this traditional name.
Trend Summary
Janean is a less common name in the U.S., with limited popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janean
- Janine
International Variants
- Giovanna (Italian)
- Yana (Slavic)
Famous people named Janean
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Fictional characters named Janean
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janean was first seen in the United States in 1934. Janean has ranked as high as #1083 nationally, which occurred in 1962, and has been most popular in California, Michigan, New York, Ohio, and Pennsylvania. In the past 5 years the name Janean has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janean (1985)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1937 | 8 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 9 |
| 1940 | 14 |
| 1941 | 7 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 10 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 16 |
| 1947 | 27 |
| 1948 | 20 |
| 1949 | 16 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 26 |
| 1952 | 32 |
| 1953 | 26 |
| 1954 | 29 |
| 1955 | 16 |
| 1956 | 23 |
| 1957 | 26 |
| 1958 | 26 |
| 1959 | 42 |
| 1960 | 51 |
| 1961 | 31 |
| 1962 | 53 |
| 1963 | 27 |
| 1964 | 39 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 45 |
| 1967 | 29 |
| 1968 | 35 |
| 1969 | 50 |
| 1970 | 46 |
| 1971 | 24 |
| 1972 | 35 |
| 1973 | 45 |
| 1974 | 35 |
| 1975 | 34 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 38 |
| 1978 | 32 |
| 1979 | 30 |
| 1980 | 28 |
| 1981 | 32 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 38 |
| 1984 | 24 |
| 1985 | 26 |
| 1986 | 20 |
| 1987 | 13 |
| 1988 | 15 |
| 1989 | 14 |
| 1990 | 19 |
| 1991 | 14 |
| 1992 | 13 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 6 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2003 | 7 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2010 | 5 |
| 2011 | 5 |