Jante Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAN-teh / ˈjɑːntəScandinavian; Danish
Meaning
Danish: God is gracious; Scandinavian: A variant of Jan
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jante is derived from the Scandinavian name Jan, which is a variant of John. It has roots in the Nordic countries, particularly Denmark and Norway. The name is often associated with the Jante Law, a cultural concept that emphasizes humility and collective community over individual success.
Trend Summary
The name Jante has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janthe
- Jan
International Variants
- Jan (Dutch)
- János (Hungarian)
- Giovanni (Italian)
- Juan (Spanish)
Famous people named Jante
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jante was first seen in the United States in 1988. Jante has ranked as high as #1239 nationally, which occurred in 1993, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jante has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jante
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1993 | 8 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2003 | 5 |