“A blend of the names Jan and Lee, combining meanings of 'God is gracious' (Jan) and 'meadow' or 'pasture' (Lee).” — Embodies a comforting blend of traditional meanings
USA origin · Girl name
♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls
#11540US 2021
8Births / yr
↓Falling
1kAll-time births
📅 Since 193400
How to pronounce Janalee
JAN·AL·EE
/ˈdʒæn.ˈæl.ˈiː/ · stress on JAN · 3 syllables
“A blend of the names Jan and Lee, combining meanings of 'God is gracious' (Jan) and 'meadow' or 'pasture' (Lee).”
Embodies a comforting blend of traditional meanings · USA origin
What does Janalee mean and where does it come from?
Janalee is a modern American name, arising primarily in the late 20th century. It reflects the trend of creating unique names by merging popular ones. Janalee may not have notable historical figures but embodies a comforting blend of traditional meanings. Its structure echoes the ongoing creativity
Cultural significance
Janalee has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in USA-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a blend of the names jan and lee, combining meanings of 'god is gracious' (jan) and 'meadow' or 'pasture' (lee)..
Peak popularity
Reached #2151 in 1962 — currently #11540 in the US.
Falling — down 409 spots — currently #11540 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
US Trend 1940–2021#11540 · Top 8.5%
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Year
US Rank
Births
vs Prior Year
2021
#11540
8
▼ down 409
2020
#11131
8
▼ down 3074 · -43% births
2015
#8057
14
▲ up 7117 · +133% births
2010
#15174
6
▼ down 458
2005
#14716
6
▼ down 2748 · -14% births
2000
#11968
7
▼ down 5432 · -46% births
1990
#6536
13
▼ down 2356 · -32% births
1985
#4180
19
▲ up 1143 · +46% births
1980
#5323
13
▼ down 650
1975
#4673
13
▼ down 1166 · -28% births
1970
#3507
18
▼ down 508
1965
#2999
18
▲ up 50 · +6% births
1960
#3049
17
▼ down 120 · +6% births
1955
#2929
16
▲ up 259 · +33% births
1950
#3188
12
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Name Popularity Timeline
Popularity Statistics for Janalee
1945Rank #2230
19
#6676
↘Falling
1940 - 202117 years
The story of Janalee
Janalee entered American naming records in 1934 and has been in use for over 90 years. With 1,018 total births recorded, Janalee remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #2292 in 1940, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #11540 in 2021.
Janalee means "A blend of the names Jan and Lee, combining meanings of 'God is gracious' (Jan) and 'meadow' or 'pasture' (Lee)." — a name rooted in USA tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.
How popular is the name Janalee?
Janalee is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Janalee have increased significantly in recent years.
What is the cultural origin of Janalee?
Janalee originates from USA tradition. USA names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.
How do you pronounce the name Janalee?
Janalee is a three-syllable name pronounced JH AE1 N AE1 L IY1. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.
What sibling names go well with Janalee?
Janalee pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar USA heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.
Sibling names that pair with Janalee
For a sister
Janalee & Roxsand♡
Janalee & Marvia♡
Janalee & Kennith♡
Janalee & Verlinda♡
For a brother
Janalee & Christopher♡
Janalee & Kennith♡
Janalee & Buz♡
Janalee & Keeyon♡
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Worldwide ranking · 2021
Country
Rank
🇺🇸 USA
#11540
🇬🇧 UK
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🇨🇦 Canada
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🇦🇺 Australia
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