Janaya Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Janaya is an American name that combines elements from 'Jana' and 'Anaya,' meaning 'God is gracious.' It has evolved from historical forms like Jana and Anaya, reflecting modern naming trends. The name is often associated with strength and individuality, and it gained popularity in the late 20th century. There is no biblical relevance for this name.
The name Janaya is most popular in Florida, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the Northeast 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, Janaya has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, too falling for female in South, stalled for female in West. 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, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Janaya' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5443rd out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2900th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1434th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2622nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janaya' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janaya"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈneɪə/
Origin
American
Etymology
Janaya is a modern name that combines elements of the names 'Jana' and 'Anaya.' It is likely influenced by contemporary naming trends that blend names to create unique variations.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Jana, Anaya, Janai
Historical Usage
Janaya gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in the United States, as parents sought unique and modern names for their children.
Variants & Derivatives
Jana, Anaya, Janai
Modern Popularity & Image
Janaya is perceived as a modern and unique name, often associated with strength and individuality.
Famous People
Janaya Future Khan, Janaya McCarty
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janaya"
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 "Janaya"
"Janaya" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 5443rd of 19264 | 150 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2900th of 27321 | 594 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1434th of 35406 | 2,349 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2622nd of 30306 | 803 |
Regional Popularity of "Janaya" 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 "Janaya" 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) |
86.82% 2550th/2937 |
87.88% 3061st/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
82.01% 3022nd/3685 |
37.03% 1657th/4475 |
- |
53.57% 3384th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
29.90% 1370th/4582 |
18.78% 970th/5164 |
18.84% 1378th/7313 |
32.04% 2391st/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
72.89% 2904th/3984 |
55.65% 2497th/4487 |
35.93% 2451st/6822 |
53.35% 3348th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janaya"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janaya" 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.