Janel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Janel is a name of French origin, derived from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' It has evolved through various languages and forms, maintaining its graceful and feminine traits. The name does not have biblical relevance but gained popularity in the mid-20th century as a modern variation. Janel is perceived as elegant and contemporary, with notable individuals contributing to its recognition.
The name Janel is most popular in North Dakota, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the MidWest 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, Janel 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, 'Janel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7683rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13420th out of 16616 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3173rd out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1088th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 567th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 839th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2332nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4932nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janel"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈnɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Janel is a feminine form of the name Jean, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.'
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Iohannes (Latin), Johannes (Old German), Jean (Old French), Janel (Modern French and English)
Historical Usage
The name Janel gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the mid-20th century, often used as a modern variation of more traditional names like Jane or Jean.
Variants & Derivatives
Janell, Janelle, Jane, Jean
Modern Popularity & Image
Janel is often perceived as a contemporary and elegant name, representing grace and femininity.
Famous People
Janel Parrish, an American actress and singer, Janel Moloney, an American actress known for her role in 'The West Wing'
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janel"
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 "Janel"
"Janel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 7683rd of 10718 | 20 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3173rd of 9204 | 148 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1088th of 12526 | 1,698 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 567th of 19264 | 5,025 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 839th of 27321 | 3,599 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 2332nd of 35406 | 1,220 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 4932nd of 30306 | 325 |
Regional Popularity of "Janel" 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 "Janel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
33.41% 744th/2227 |
69.22% 1682nd/2430 |
62.29% 1777th/2853 |
33.59% 932nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
14.03% 412th/2937 |
16.28% 567th/3483 |
26.52% 933rd/3518 |
12.76% 516th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
18.43% 679th/3685 |
14.59% 653rd/4475 |
23.70% 1231st/5194 |
13.38% 845th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
50.57% 2317th/4582 |
38.38% 1982nd/5164 |
32.42% 2371st/7313 |
26.50% 1978th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
60.92% 4156th/6822 |
63.62% 3993rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janel" 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.