Janel Girl
Origin(s)
English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is gracious; Hebrew: God has been gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Janel is a modern variant of the name Jane, which has roots in Hebrew. The name gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century. It is often associated with grace and kindness due to its meaning. Janel has been used in various cultures, reflecting a blend of traditional and contemporary naming practices.
Trend Summary
Janel experienced a rise in popularity in the late 20th century but has seen a decline in recent years.
Similar Names
Janelle, Janet, Joelle, Jovanna, Jovita
Variants
- Janell
- Janelle
International Variants
- Yanel (Spanish)
- Janelle (French)
Famous people named Janel
Janel Parrish is an American actress known for her role in the television series 'Pretty Little Liars'.
Janel Moloney is an American actress recognized for her performance in 'The West Wing'.
Janelle Monáe is an American singer, songwriter, and actress celebrated for her unique musical style and contributions to the arts.
Janelle Brown is a television personality known for her appearances on the reality show 'Sister Wives'.
Fictional characters named Janel
Janel is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', known for her role in the game's storyline.
Janel is featured in the book series 'The Mortal Instruments' as a supporting character with a significant impact on the plot.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janel was first seen in the United States in 1933. Janel has ranked as high as #736 nationally which occurred in 1971 and has been most popular in California, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, and Minnesota. In the past 5 years the name Janel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janel (2021)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 9 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 29 |
| 1936 | 12 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 10 |
| 1940 | 7 |
| 1941 | 16 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 8 |
| 1944 | 13 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 18 |
| 1947 | 41 |
| 1948 | 55 |
| 1949 | 62 |
| 1950 | 73 |
| 1951 | 83 |
| 1952 | 83 |
| 1953 | 79 |
| 1954 | 102 |
| 1955 | 86 |
| 1956 | 87 |
| 1957 | 103 |
| 1958 | 110 |
| 1959 | 107 |
| 1960 | 110 |
| 1961 | 142 |
| 1962 | 121 |
| 1963 | 106 |
| 1964 | 130 |
| 1965 | 105 |
| 1966 | 114 |
| 1967 | 184 |
| 1968 | 252 |
| 1969 | 312 |
| 1970 | 386 |
| 1971 | 424 |
| 1972 | 357 |
| 1973 | 333 |
| 1974 | 310 |
| 1975 | 346 |
| 1976 | 346 |
| 1977 | 387 |
| 1978 | 413 |
| 1979 | 359 |
| 1980 | 397 |
| 1981 | 324 |
| 1982 | 283 |
| 1983 | 228 |
| 1984 | 207 |
| 1985 | 185 |
| 1986 | 231 |
| 1987 | 280 |
| 1988 | 255 |
| 1989 | 238 |
| 1990 | 194 |
| 1991 | 236 |
| 1992 | 223 |
| 1993 | 203 |
| 1994 | 189 |
| 1995 | 163 |
| 1996 | 160 |
| 1997 | 114 |
| 1998 | 130 |
| 1999 | 106 |
| 2000 | 96 |
| 2001 | 101 |
| 2002 | 78 |
| 2003 | 92 |
| 2004 | 78 |
| 2005 | 59 |
| 2006 | 56 |
| 2007 | 57 |
| 2008 | 69 |
| 2009 | 64 |
| 2010 | 43 |
| 2011 | 42 |
| 2012 | 35 |
| 2013 | 41 |
| 2014 | 38 |
| 2015 | 31 |
| 2016 | 36 |
| 2017 | 32 |
| 2018 | 23 |
| 2019 | 26 |
| 2020 | 27 |
| 2021 | 23 |
| 2022 | 14 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 16 |