Jannis Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-nis / /ˈjænɪs/Greek; Hebrew
Meaning
Greek: God is gracious; Hebrew: He will be gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Jannis is a variant of the name Jan, which has roots in both Greek and Hebrew cultures. In Greek, it is often associated with the name Ioannis, meaning 'God is gracious.' The name has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Europe. It is often used as a feminine form in some regions, though traditionally it is more common as a masculine name.
Trend Summary
Jannis has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., often considered a unique choice.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janis
- Yannis
International Variants
- Gianni (Italian)
- Yana (Slavic)
- Jana (Czech)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jannis was first seen in the United States in 1933. Jannis has ranked as high as #991 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in Illinois, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Jannis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jannis (1963)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| IL | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1936 | 9 |
| 1937 | 15 |
| 1938 | 10 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1940 | 10 |
| 1941 | 8 |
| 1942 | 11 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 10 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 14 |
| 1947 | 25 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 18 |
| 1950 | 12 |
| 1951 | 18 |
| 1952 | 15 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 14 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 14 |
| 1958 | 10 |
| 1959 | 9 |
| 1960 | 17 |
| 1961 | 7 |
| 1962 | 8 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 2009 | 8 |