Janee Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Janee has its roots in the American variant of the name Jane, which means 'God is gracious.' It evolved from John through Old French and Middle English forms. Janee reflects a contemporary trend in naming, suggesting creativity and individuality. It does not have biblical significance, but it carries historical weight through its lineage. Notable individuals with this name have contributed to its modern recognition.
The name Janee is most popular in District of Columbia, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Janee has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled 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 male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Janee' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 3422nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2075th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1448th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3587th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 12493rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janee' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janee"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈniː/
Origin
American
Etymology
Janee is a modern variant of the name Jane, which itself is derived from the Old French name Jehanne, a feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
John (Old English), Jehanne (Old French), Jane (Middle English), Janee (Modern American)
Historical Usage
The name Jane has been in use since the Middle Ages, but the variant Janee gained popularity in the late 20th century as part of a trend for unique spellings.
Variants & Derivatives
Jane, Janey, Janie
Modern Popularity & Image
Janee is perceived as a modern and creative name that conveys warmth and kindness.
Famous People
Janee Michelle, American actress, Janee D. B. McNair, American artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janee"
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 "Janee"
"Janee" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 3422nd of 12526 | 231 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2075th of 19264 | 657 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1448th of 27321 | 1,626 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3587th of 35406 | 656 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 12493rd of 30306 | 80 |
Regional Popularity of "Janee" 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) |
- | - |
64.02% 3325th/5194 |
- |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Janee" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
92.90% 2578th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
66.67% 1958th/2937 |
72.35% 2520th/3483 |
88.63% 3118th/3518 |
39.96% 1616th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
39.05% 1439th/3685 |
25.45% 1139th/4475 |
29.73% 1544th/5194 |
24.44% 1544th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
74.53% 3415th/4582 |
49.40% 2551st/5164 |
46.78% 3421st/7313 |
57.67% 4304th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janee"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janee" 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.