US Popularity:2481
Origin:American
Other Origin(s):Hebrew
Meaning:God is gracious
Janae is a modern American derivative of the more ubiquitous girls' names Jane, Jan, and Jana. This elegant given name means "God is gracious,” earning its endearing definition from the Hebrew biblical name John. This wonderful sentiment is surely felt by new parents who may wish to celebrate their faith with a beautiful name for baby.
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Janae Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Janae is currently #2051 on The Bump
Girl:Janae is currently #907 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Janae is currently #2481 in U.S. births
Girl:Janae is currently #960 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2481
in 2023
+ 51
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 164

  • Behind the Name, Janae, August 2007

  • Behind the Name, Jane, January 2022

  • Behind the Name, John, December 2022

  • Name Doctor, John

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