Janin Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAH-nin / /ˈdʒænɪn/Hebrew; French
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; French: a diminutive of Janine
Historical & Cultural Background
Janin is often considered a diminutive form of the name Janine, which itself is derived from the name Jean. In Hebrew, the name Janin can be associated with grace and favor. The name has seen varying levels of popularity in different cultures, particularly in French-speaking regions.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janine
- Janinette
International Variants
- Janine (French)
- Yanin (Spanish)
Famous people named Janin
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janin was first seen in the United States in 1969. Janin has ranked as high as #1141 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Janin has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janin (1986)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1974 | 7 |
| 1981 | 5 |
| 1982 | 8 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 8 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1993 | 7 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |