Janeen Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Janeen is a modern name of English origin, derived from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It has evolved through several forms including Jane and incorporates a diminutive suffix '-een'. The name gained popularity in the 20th century as a unique variant of Jane, and it is associated with traits of grace and kindness. There is no direct biblical relevance, and it has notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Janeen is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) 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, Janeen has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, 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 female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Janeen' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1776th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 924th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 834th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1980th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7302nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17754th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janeen' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janeen"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈniːn/
Origin
English
Etymology
Janeen is a modern variant of the name Jane, which itself is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. The suffix '-een' is a diminutive, often used to create affectionate or feminine forms of names.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Iohannes (Latin), Johannes (Old German), Jane (English), Janeen (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Janeen emerged as a popular name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as parents sought unique and modern variations of traditional names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jane, Janine, Janelle, Jani, Jana
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Janeen is perceived as a feminine and elegant name, often associated with grace and kindness. It is less common than its root name Jane but retains a modern charm.
Famous People
Janeen Brady (American author), Janeen A. Barlow (American psychologist)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janeen"
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 "Janeen"
"Janeen" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1776th of 9204 | 386 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 924th of 12526 | 2,251 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 834th of 19264 | 2,605 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 1980th of 27321 | 1,017 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7302nd of 35406 | 249 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17754th of 30306 | 36 |
Regional Popularity of "Janeen" 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 "Janeen" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
76.65% 1185th/1546 |
- |
100.00% 2353rd/2353 |
59.53% 921st/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
29.55% 658th/2227 |
41.52% 1009th/2430 |
73.50% 2097th/2853 |
23.93% 664th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
23.39% 687th/2937 |
17.46% 608th/3483 |
55.32% 1946th/3518 |
21.56% 872nd/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
50.47% 1860th/3685 |
29.30% 1311th/4475 |
59.76% 3104th/5194 |
31.98% 2020th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
- |
69.90% 5217th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janeen"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janeen" 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.