Janiece Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Janiece is an English name derived from Janice, which is a diminutive of Jane. Its roots trace back to the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' The name has evolved through several historical forms, including Iohannes and Johannes, before becoming popular in modern English. It is often associated with traits of graciousness and individuality, with no direct biblical relevance.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janiece"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈniːs/
Origin
English
Etymology
Janiece is a modern name that is likely derived from the name Janice, which itself is a diminutive form of the name Jane. Jane comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.'
Meaning
Gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Iohannes (Latin), Johannes (Latin), Jane (English), Janice (English), Janiece (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Janiece emerged as a feminine given name in the mid-20th century, gaining popularity particularly in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s.
Variants & Derivatives
Janice, Jane, Janie, Jan
Modern Popularity & Image
Janiece is perceived as a unique and modern name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Janiece McCulloch, an American writer and speaker., Janiece Turner, a noted artist.
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 78 peak births in 1993
Geographic Spread
Popular across 13 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janiece"
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 "Janiece"
"Janiece" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 4192nd of 9107 | 84 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1738th of 9204 | 398 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1692nd of 12526 | 737 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2931st of 19264 | 391 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2500th of 27321 | 737 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3609th of 35406 | 648 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 7344th of 30306 | 187 |
Regional Popularity of "Janiece" 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 "Janiece" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
89.07% 1377th/1546 |
- |
95.75% 2253rd/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
66.46% 1480th/2227 |
- |
100.00% 2853rd/2853 |
52.61% 1460th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
93.43% 2744th/2937 |
- |
83.97% 2954th/3518 |
65.53% 2650th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
64.21% 2366th/3685 |
40.02% 1791st/4475 |
76.32% 3964th/5194 |
38.07% 2405th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
88.26% 4044th/4582 |
65.14% 3364th/5164 |
49.36% 3610th/7313 |
49.07% 3662nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
94.50% 6447th/6822 |
- |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janiece"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janiece" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Janiece" in the United States
The name Janiece is most popular in California, 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 Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Janiece 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, 'Janiece' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 4192nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1738th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1692nd out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2931st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2500th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3609th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 7344th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janiece' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.