Janos Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-nosh / /ˈjɒnoʃ/Hungarian; Hebrew
Meaning
Hungarian: God is gracious; Hebrew: John
Historical & Cultural Background
Janos is a Hungarian variant of the name John, which has biblical origins. It has been a popular name in Hungary and among Hungarian-speaking communities. The name has historical significance in various cultures, often associated with figures of leadership and religious importance. In Hungary, Janos has been borne by many notable individuals, contributing to its cultural prominence.
Trend Summary
The name Janos has seen fluctuating popularity in Hungary, maintaining a steady presence over the years.
Similar Names
Variants
- János
- Janosh
International Variants
- Johann (German)
- Juan (Spanish)
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Jean (French)
- Ioan (Romanian)
Famous people named Janos
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Fictional characters named Janos
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janos was first seen in the United States in 1964. Janos has ranked as high as #1364 nationally, which occurred in 2019, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Janos has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janos
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1964 | 5 |
| 1969 | 8 |
| 1971 | 8 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 7 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1982 | 7 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1988 | 7 |
| 1989 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 7 |
| 2002 | 5 |
| 2003 | 5 |
| 2019 | 8 |