Janina Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Janina is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is gracious.' It evolved from Yochanan through various forms including Johanna and Joanna before becoming popular in its current form. The name embodies traits of grace and elegance, with no significant biblical relevance. It gained popularity in the 19th and 20th centuries, particularly in Eastern European communities.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janina"
Pronunciation
/jəˈniːnə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Janina is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan,' meaning 'God is gracious.' It is often associated with the feminine form of John.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yochanan (Hebrew), Johanna (Latin), Joanna (Greek), Janina (Polish, Slavic)
Historical Usage
Janina gained popularity in various cultures, particularly in Eastern Europe and among Jewish communities, during the 19th and 20th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Janine, Joanna, Johanna, Yana
Modern Popularity & Image
Janina is perceived as a feminine and elegant name. It has a modern appeal and is often viewed positively in contemporary naming trends.
Famous People
Janina Gavankar, an American actress and musician, Janina Vennik, a Polish artist
📊 Janina Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Janina Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 77 peak births in 1980
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 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
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janina"
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 "Janina"
"Janina" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1883rd of 9107 | 350 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 3813th of 9204 | 104 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2417th of 12526 | 411 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2104th of 19264 | 645 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2341st of 27321 | 799 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5161st of 35406 | 397 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 6723rd of 30306 | 212 |
Regional Popularity of "Janina" 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 "Janina" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
95.13% 1347th/1416 |
50.54% 697th/1379 |
- | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
83.74% 1865th/2227 |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
93.27% 2661st/2853 |
61.55% 1708th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
63.09% 1853rd/2937 |
55.01% 1916th/3483 |
75.78% 2666th/3518 |
37.71% 1525th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
51.89% 1912th/3685 |
39.11% 1750th/4475 |
61.71% 3205th/5194 |
29.95% 1892nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
85.27% 3907th/4582 |
100.00% 5164th/5164 |
100.00% 7313th/7313 |
53.40% 3985th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 6276th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janina"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janina" 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 "Janina" in the United States
The name Janina is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation 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, Janina 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, 'Janina' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1883rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 3813th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2417th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2104th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2341st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5161st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 6723rd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janina' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.