Janie
Janie is a diminutive form of Jane, which derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan meaning 'God is gracious.' This sweet, vintage name gained popularity as a standalone name in the early 20th century and carries a charming, approachable quality.
Current Popularity
#1541 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce across most cultures
- •Has a folksy, approachable quality that works well in casual settings
- •Strong literary connection to Zora Neale Hurston's novel 'Their Eyes Were Watching God'
- •Less formal than Jane while maintaining the same classic roots
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Famous People
Janie Fricke
Country music singer
Janie Jones
English singer and cabaret performer
Janie Bradford
Motown songwriter ('Money (That's What I Want)')
Janie Dee
British actress and singer
Statistics
75,428
Total births since 1880
1947
Peak year
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