Janiah Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-NY-ah / /dʒəˈnaɪ.ə/Hebrew; Arabic
Meaning
God has answered (Hebrew); to be elevated (Arabic)
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, Janiah is often associated with divine response and blessings. The Arabic interpretation emphasizes elevation and high status, reflecting cultural values of honor and respect.
Similar Names
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Variants
- Jania
- Janaya
- Janiyah
International Variants
- Jania (Spanish)
- Janiyah (English)
Famous people named Janiah
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Fictional characters named Janiah
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janiah was first seen in the United States in 1992. Janiah has ranked as high as #1035 nationally, which occurred in 2008, and has been most popular in Florida, New York, Texas, Illinois, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Janiah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janiah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 7 | |
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 6 |
| 1995 | 14 |
| 1996 | 23 |
| 1997 | 27 |
| 1998 | 35 |
| 1999 | 67 |
| 2000 | 90 |
| 2001 | 156 |
| 2002 | 189 |
| 2003 | 222 |
| 2004 | 253 |
| 2005 | 284 |
| 2006 | 326 |
| 2007 | 313 |
| 2008 | 367 |
| 2009 | 297 |
| 2010 | 285 |
| 2011 | 230 |
| 2012 | 174 |
| 2013 | 184 |
| 2014 | 145 |
| 2015 | 120 |
| 2016 | 98 |
| 2017 | 109 |
| 2018 | 117 |
| 2019 | 97 |
| 2020 | 83 |
| 2021 | 68 |
| 2022 | 56 |
| 2023 | 64 |
| 2024 | 49 |