Janek Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationYAH-nek / /ˈjɑː.nɛk/Slavic; Hebrew
Meaning
Slavic: God is gracious; Hebrew: gift from God
Historical & Cultural Background
Janek is a diminutive form of the name Jan, which is common in Slavic cultures. It is often associated with the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' The name has been popular in Poland and other Slavic countries. Janek reflects cultural traditions of naming children after religious figures or virtues.
Trend Summary
Janek has seen moderate popularity in Poland and among Slavic communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jan
- Janko
International Variants
- Janek (Polish)
- Yannick (French)
- Yanko (Bulgarian)
Famous people named Janek
Janek Kaczmarek is a Polish composer known for his film scores.
Janek Simon is a contemporary Polish artist recognized for his multimedia installations.
Janek Kaczmarek is a notable Polish politician.
Janek Kuczynski is a celebrated Polish author.
Fictional characters named Janek
Janek is a character in the Polish film 'The Last Family' who navigates complex family dynamics.
Janek appears in the video game 'Wasteland 3' as a supporting character with a unique backstory.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janek was first seen in the United States in 2009. Janek has ranked as high as #1386 nationally, which occurred in 2022, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Janek has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janek
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2009 | 6 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 |