Janeth Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAN-eth / /ˈdʒæn.ɛθ/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; English: variant of Janet
Historical & Cultural Background
Janeth is a feminine name that has roots in Hebrew, where it is derived from the name Janet, meaning 'God is gracious.' The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries. It gained popularity as a variant of Janet, which has been a common name since the Middle Ages. The name reflects a blend of religious significance and cultural adaptation over time.
Trend Summary
Janeth has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with periods of increased usage in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janet
- Janette
International Variants
- Janete (Portuguese)
- Janina (Polish)
- Giannetta (Italian)
Famous people named Janeth
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Fictional characters named Janeth
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janeth was first seen in the United States in 1915. Janeth has ranked as high as #1146 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Arizona, Illinois, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Janeth has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janeth (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 14 | |
| TX | 10 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 5 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 6 |
| 1924 | 37 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 14 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 14 |
| 1930 | 19 |
| 1931 | 15 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1933 | 14 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1935 | 12 |
| 1936 | 13 |
| 1937 | 16 |
| 1938 | 20 |
| 1939 | 18 |
| 1940 | 17 |
| 1941 | 22 |
| 1942 | 31 |
| 1943 | 28 |
| 1944 | 15 |
| 1945 | 32 |
| 1946 | 15 |
| 1947 | 31 |
| 1948 | 25 |
| 1949 | 19 |
| 1950 | 25 |
| 1951 | 20 |
| 1952 | 23 |
| 1953 | 17 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 18 |
| 1956 | 10 |
| 1957 | 11 |
| 1958 | 7 |
| 1959 | 13 |
| 1960 | 9 |
| 1961 | 9 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1963 | 7 |
| 1964 | 11 |
| 1965 | 11 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1967 | 12 |
| 1969 | 17 |
| 1970 | 12 |
| 1971 | 10 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 10 |
| 1977 | 13 |
| 1978 | 16 |
| 1979 | 13 |
| 1980 | 17 |
| 1981 | 26 |
| 1982 | 18 |
| 1983 | 18 |
| 1984 | 22 |
| 1985 | 22 |
| 1986 | 35 |
| 1987 | 28 |
| 1988 | 36 |
| 1989 | 63 |
| 1990 | 86 |
| 1991 | 105 |
| 1992 | 102 |
| 1993 | 102 |
| 1994 | 82 |
| 1995 | 97 |
| 1996 | 98 |
| 1997 | 110 |
| 1998 | 95 |
| 1999 | 113 |
| 2000 | 128 |
| 2001 | 132 |
| 2002 | 170 |
| 2003 | 175 |
| 2004 | 170 |
| 2005 | 171 |
| 2006 | 170 |
| 2007 | 149 |
| 2008 | 142 |
| 2009 | 106 |
| 2010 | 83 |
| 2011 | 109 |
| 2012 | 95 |
| 2013 | 100 |
| 2014 | 88 |
| 2015 | 89 |
| 2016 | 78 |
| 2017 | 70 |
| 2018 | 60 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2020 | 46 |
| 2021 | 51 |
| 2022 | 79 |
| 2023 | 45 |
| 2024 | 64 |