Janis Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJAN-iss / /ˈdʒænɪs/English; Hebrew
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; English: variant of Janice
Historical & Cultural Background
Janis is often considered a modern variant of the name Janice, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is sometimes associated with the famous singer Janis Joplin, who contributed to its recognition in popular culture. The name has been used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to females.
Trend Summary
Janis has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable peak in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janice
- Janis
International Variants
- Yanis (Greek)
- Yannick (French)
- Giannis (Greek)
Famous people named Janis
Janis Joplin was an American singer-songwriter known for her powerful voice and emotive performances.
Janis Ian is an American singer-songwriter recognized for her hit songs and contributions to folk music.
Janis Karpinski is a former U.S. Army officer known for her role in the Abu Ghraib scandal.
Janis Saffell is an American author and educator known for her work in the field of education.
Fictional characters named Janis
Janis Ian is a character in the film 'Mean Girls' known for her artistic personality and friendship with the protagonist.
Janis is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II' who plays a supporting role in the storyline.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janis was first seen in the United States in 1928. Janis has ranked as high as #1004 nationally, which occurred in 1947, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Janis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janis
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 7 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1946 | 7 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 6 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 8 |
| 1955 | 10 |
| 1956 | 8 |
| 1960 | 6 |
| 1962 | 9 |
| 1964 | 7 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1972 | 6 |
| 1973 | 5 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 2000 | 5 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 6 |