Janiah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Janiah is a name with Hebrew origins, meaning 'God has answered'. It has evolved from the name Yaniah and is part of a broader trend of modern names. The name is associated with positive traits such as individuality and creativity, and while it does not have a biblical background, it reflects a contemporary cultural significance.
The name Janiah 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 South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is declining in usage, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Janiah 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, 'Janiah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 13590th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1131st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1999th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janiah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janiah"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈnaɪə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Janiah is believed to derive from the Hebrew name 'Yaniah', which means 'God has answered'. It is often associated with themes of divine response and favor.
Meaning
God has answered
Language Evolution
Yaniah, Janiah
Historical Usage
The name Janiah gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities, as part of a trend of unique and modern names.
Variants & Derivatives
Janai, Jania, Janae
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Janiah is seen as a modern and unique name. It is often perceived positively, associated with individuality and creativity.
Famous People
Janiah Davis, a rising star in the music industry., Janiah Smith, known for her contributions to social activism.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janiah"
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 "Janiah"
"Janiah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 13590th of 27321 | 51 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1131st of 35406 | 3,315 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 1999th of 30306 | 1,190 |
Regional Popularity of "Janiah" 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 "Janiah" 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) |
22.37% 1025th/4582 |
17.29% 893rd/5164 |
12.09% 884th/7313 |
32.47% 2423rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
47.14% 1878th/3984 |
41.50% 1862nd/4487 |
24.99% 1705th/6822 |
44.30% 2780th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janiah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janiah" 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.