Janece

“A variant of Janice, which is a feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.” — Represents a blend of traditional and m

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1873US 2023

327Births / yr

→Stable

643All-time births

📅 Since 193000

How to pronounce Janece

JAY·nsee·EE

/ˈdʒeɪ.ˌnsiː.ˈiː/ · stress on JAY · 3 syllables

“A variant of Janice, which is a feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'.”

Represents a blend of traditional and m · American origin

What does Janece mean and where does it come from?

Janece is a modern variant of Janice, a name popularized in the 20th century. Janice itself is derived from the name John, with Hebrew roots (יוֹחָנָן, Yochanan) meaning 'God is gracious'. The name has experienced periods of popularity in the United States and represents a blend of traditional and m

Cultural significance

Janece has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of janice, which is a feminine form of john, meaning 'god is gracious'..

Peak popularity

Reached #2789 in 1942 — currently #1873 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Janece?

Janece works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Janece Grace

How popular is Janece right now?

Holding steady — currently #1873 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1930–2023#1873 · Top 1.4%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1873	327	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2022	#1878	307	▲ up 5 · +11% births
2021	#1883	277	▲ up 14842 · +5440% births
2005	#16725	5	▼ down 1441
2000	#15284	5	▼ down 7089 · -50% births
1995	#8195	10	▲ up 437 · +11% births
1990	#8632	9	▼ down 1556
1985	#7076	9	▼ down 143
1980	#6933	9	▼ down 1271 · -10% births
1975	#5662	10	▲ up 923 · +43% births
1970	#6585	7	▼ down 1072
1965	#5513	7	▼ down 2639 · -63% births
1960	#2874	19	▲ up 49 · +19% births
1955	#2923	16	▲ up 1274 · +100% births
1950	#4197	8	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Janece

Best Year2023Rank #1873

Peak Count327

Average Rank#6047

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1930 - 202317 years

The story of Janece

Janece entered American naming records in 1930 and has been in use for over 94 years. With 643 total births recorded, Janece remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #2845 in 1930 to #1873 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Janece in 1942:

Mary Barbara Patricia Linda Carol

Janece by decade

Janece peaked in the 1940s. See all 1940s names →

Decade	Births
1930s	51
1940s	48
1950s ★	118
1960s	114
1970s	70
1980s	81
1990s	118
2000s	43

💎Janece has only 643 total recorded births since 1930 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Janece?

Common

JanJanieJanyEce

What names sound and feel like Janece?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Janece also consider these

Janeece

American · A beloved name

Jamece

American · A beloved name

American · God's gift

American · A modern variation

Common questions about the name Janece

What does the name Janece mean?

Janece means "A variant of Janice, which is a feminine form of John, meaning 'God is gracious'." — a name rooted in American 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 Janece?

Janece is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Janece?

Janece originates from American tradition. American 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 Janece?

Janece is a three-syllable name pronounced JH EY1 N S IY2 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 Janece?

Janece pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar American heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.