Janina Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationyah-NEE-nah / jəˈniːnəHebrew; Slavic
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; Slavic: January
Historical & Cultural Background
Janina is a feminine form of the name Jan, which has roots in Hebrew and Slavic cultures. In Hebrew, it signifies grace, while in Slavic contexts, it is associated with the month of January. The name has been used in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe. It has gained popularity in different regions, reflecting diverse cultural influences.
Trend Summary
Janina has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janine
- Jana
International Variants
- Giannina (Italian)
- Yannina (Greek)
- Janina (Polish)
Famous people named Janina
Janina Gavankar is an American actress and musician known for her roles in 'The Mysteries of Laura' and 'True Blood'.
Janina Kastein is a Dutch artist recognized for her contemporary paintings.
Janina Górszczyk is a Polish politician who has served in various governmental roles.
Janina Kwiatkowska is a Polish writer known for her contributions to children's literature.
Fictional characters named Janina
Janina is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', known for her role in the story's development.
Janina is a character in the animated series 'The Magic School Bus', where she participates in educational adventures.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janina was first seen in the United States in 1911. Janina has ranked as high as #1038 nationally, which occurred in 1980, and has been most popular in California, New York, Illinois, Massachusetts, and Texas. In the past 5 years the name Janina has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janina (2020)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1911 | 8 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 17 |
| 1914 | 20 |
| 1915 | 33 |
| 1916 | 40 |
| 1917 | 35 |
| 1918 | 25 |
| 1919 | 28 |
| 1920 | 23 |
| 1921 | 32 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 16 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 22 |
| 1926 | 12 |
| 1927 | 10 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 8 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1937 | 7 |
| 1938 | 7 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 6 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 9 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 17 |
| 1945 | 13 |
| 1946 | 11 |
| 1947 | 16 |
| 1948 | 15 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 16 |
| 1951 | 21 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 23 |
| 1954 | 33 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 27 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 18 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 29 |
| 1961 | 27 |
| 1962 | 20 |
| 1963 | 34 |
| 1964 | 42 |
| 1965 | 33 |
| 1966 | 25 |
| 1967 | 40 |
| 1968 | 33 |
| 1969 | 45 |
| 1970 | 36 |
| 1971 | 28 |
| 1972 | 30 |
| 1973 | 36 |
| 1974 | 38 |
| 1975 | 32 |
| 1976 | 52 |
| 1977 | 37 |
| 1978 | 44 |
| 1979 | 59 |
| 1980 | 77 |
| 1981 | 62 |
| 1982 | 68 |
| 1983 | 62 |
| 1984 | 41 |
| 1985 | 51 |
| 1986 | 45 |
| 1987 | 53 |
| 1988 | 53 |
| 1989 | 59 |
| 1990 | 56 |
| 1991 | 54 |
| 1992 | 48 |
| 1993 | 52 |
| 1994 | 29 |
| 1995 | 42 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1997 | 33 |
| 1998 | 18 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 34 |
| 2001 | 28 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 17 |
| 2004 | 22 |
| 2005 | 26 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2007 | 31 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 23 |
| 2010 | 22 |
| 2011 | 17 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 15 |
| 2014 | 23 |
| 2015 | 17 |
| 2016 | 12 |
| 2017 | 14 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 17 |
| 2020 | 24 |
| 2021 | 18 |
| 2022 | 26 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 15 |