Janisha Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjah-NEE-shah / /dʒəˈniːʃə/English; Indian
Meaning
English: God is gracious; Indian: A combination of Jan and Isha, meaning 'life' or 'goddess'.
Historical & Cultural Background
Janisha is a modern name that has gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in English-speaking countries and among Indian communities. It reflects a blend of traditional and contemporary naming practices. The name is often associated with positive attributes such as grace and divinity.
Trend Summary
Janisha has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Janice
- Jana
International Variants
- Janisha (Indian)
Famous people named Janisha
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Fictional characters named Janisha
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Janisha was first seen in the United States in 1972. Janisha has ranked as high as #1179 nationally, which occurred in 1994, and has been most popular in California, New York, Florida, Texas, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Janisha has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Janisha (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1976 | 6 |
| 1977 | 16 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1979 | 11 |
| 1980 | 22 |
| 1981 | 18 |
| 1982 | 14 |
| 1983 | 22 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 19 |
| 1987 | 33 |
| 1988 | 26 |
| 1989 | 35 |
| 1990 | 44 |
| 1991 | 37 |
| 1992 | 27 |
| 1993 | 57 |
| 1994 | 58 |
| 1995 | 48 |
| 1996 | 50 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 24 |
| 1999 | 26 |
| 2000 | 21 |
| 2001 | 32 |
| 2002 | 27 |
| 2003 | 26 |
| 2004 | 20 |
| 2005 | 17 |
| 2006 | 11 |
| 2007 | 15 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 15 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2014 | 9 |
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 7 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2022 | 7 |