Janani Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-NAH-nee / /dʒəˈnɑːni/Sanskrit
Meaning
Goddess; one who is born from the earth
Historical & Cultural Background
Janani is a name of Sanskrit origin, commonly used in India. It is often associated with motherhood and the divine feminine. The name reflects cultural reverence for women and their nurturing roles. In Hinduism, Janani is sometimes used to refer to the goddess Durga, emphasizing strength and compassion.
Trend Summary
The name Janani has seen moderate popularity in certain regions, particularly within Indian communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janani
- Janany
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janani was first seen in the United States in 1988. Janani has ranked as high as #1322 nationally, which occurred in 2004, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Janani has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janani (2002)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 8 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1992 | 6 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 6 |
| 1997 | 11 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 13 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 19 |
| 2003 | 15 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 18 |
| 2006 | 16 |
| 2007 | 10 |
| 2008 | 14 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 20 |
| 2015 | 13 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2019 | 10 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2022 | 10 |
| 2023 | 5 |
| 2024 | 7 |