Janna Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Janna has Hebrew origins and means 'God is gracious.' It has evolved from the Hebrew 'Yannah,' passing through various forms like 'Jana.' Janna is often viewed as a name embodying kindness and grace, though it does not have biblical references. Its popularity has risen in recent decades, and it is associated with notable contemporary figures.
The name Janna is most popular in Oklahoma, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West 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, Janna 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, 'Janna' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5446th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1610th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 711th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 578th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 734th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1650th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2286th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Janna' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Janna"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒænə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Janna is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yannah,' which means 'God is gracious.' It is also often associated with the name 'Jana,' which has Slavic roots meaning 'God is gracious' as well.
Meaning
God is gracious
Language Evolution
Yannah, Jana, Janna
Historical Usage
The name Janna gained popularity in the late 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as part of a trend toward biblical and nature-inspired names.
Variants & Derivatives
Jana, Yannah, Jannie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Janna is perceived as a modern and appealing name, often associated with kindness and grace.
Famous People
Janna Levin, an American astrophysicist and author, Janna Omari, a notable figure in contemporary music
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Janna"
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 "Janna"
"Janna" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 5446th of 9107 | 41 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1610th of 9204 | 449 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 711th of 12526 | 3,490 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 578th of 19264 | 4,879 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 734th of 27321 | 4,231 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 1650th of 35406 | 1,951 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2286th of 30306 | 971 |
Regional Popularity of "Janna" 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 "Janna" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
80.60% 1246th/1546 |
- |
72.84% 1714th/2353 |
84.16% 1302nd/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
27.39% 610th/2227 |
57.45% 1396th/2430 |
24.57% 701st/2853 |
20.32% 564th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
18.28% 537th/2937 |
23.05% 803rd/3483 |
15.63% 550th/3518 |
13.63% 551st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
19.84% 731st/3685 |
20.54% 919th/4475 |
12.34% 641st/5194 |
13.47% 851st/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
37.76% 1730th/4582 |
30.79% 1590th/5164 |
21.33% 1560th/7313 |
27.51% 2053rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
62.80% 2502nd/3984 |
42.37% 1901st/4487 |
39.80% 2715th/6822 |
37.54% 2356th/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Janna"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Janna" 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.