Janasia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Janasia is a modern name with roots in American English, combining elements from Jan and Asia. It means 'God is gracious' and has gained popularity in recent decades as a distinctive choice. The name reflects a trend towards individuality in naming practices, with no direct biblical ties.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janasia"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈneɪziə/
Origin
American English
Etymology
Janasia is a modern name that appears to be a blend of the names Jan and Asia. The name Jan is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious', while Asia is derived from the Latin word 'Asia', which is believed to have originated from the Greek word 'Ασία'.
Meaning
God is gracious, Asia
Language Evolution
Jan, Asia, Janasia
Historical Usage
The name Janasia gained popularity in the late 20th century as unique and creative names became more fashionable in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Jana, Asia, Jan
Modern Popularity & Image
Janasia is perceived as a modern, unique name that reflects creativity and cultural blending.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 93 peak births in 2005
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in South Carolina
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 3 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janasia"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Janasia"
"Janasia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 10851st of 27321 | 82 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2798th of 35406 | 929 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7610th of 30306 | 177 |
Regional Popularity of "Janasia" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Janasia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
100.00% 4475th/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
56.81% 2603rd/4582 |
44.81% 2314th/5164 |
28.16% 2059th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
81.41% 5554th/6822 |
- |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janasia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janasia" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Janasia" in the United States
The name Janasia is most popular in South Carolina, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Janasia has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Janasia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 10851st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2798th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7610th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janasia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.