Janai Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-NYE / /dʒəˈnaɪ/Hebrew; African
Meaning
Hebrew: God has answered; African: a form of the name Janai
Historical & Cultural Background
In Hebrew culture, the name Janai is often associated with divine response and blessings. It has roots in biblical contexts, where names carry significant meanings. In some African cultures, Janai can be seen as a variant of names that convey similar themes of hope and fulfillment. The name is relatively modern in usage and has gained popularity in various communities.
Trend Summary
The name Janai has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janae
- Jenae
International Variants
- Janai (English)
- Janaï (French)
Famous people named Janai
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janai was first seen in the United States in 1997. Janai has ranked as high as #1310 nationally, which occurred in 2003, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Janai has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janai
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 9 |
| 1999 | 7 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 11 |
| 2004 | 5 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 5 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |