Janneth

“English” — Associated with 'God is gracious' (יוחנן - Yochanan)

English origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#16183US 2023

5Births / yr

↑Rising

430All-time births

📅 Since 198500

How to pronounce Janneth

JANN·ETH

/ˈdʒænn.ˈɛθ/ · stress on JANN · 2 syllables

“English”

Associated with 'God is gracious' (יוחנן - Yochanan) · English origin

What does Janneth mean and where does it come from?

Janneth is an Anglicized form of the name Janeth and comes primarily from Hebrew origins, where it can be associated with 'God is gracious' (יוחנן - Yochanan). It is also popular in Spanish-speaking countries as a variation of Janeth. The name has been used since the mid-20th century and has a frien

Cultural significance

Janneth has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in English-speaking communities, where it reflects values of english.

Peak popularity

Reached #4976 in 1993 — currently #16183 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Janneth?

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

Janneth Grace

How popular is Janneth right now?

Rising fast — up 129 spots — currently #16183 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1985–2023#16183 · Top 12%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#16183	5	▲ up 129
2022	#16312	5	▼ down 2449 · -17% births
2020	#13863	6	▼ down 6521 · -65% births
2010	#7342	17	▼ down 1617 · -23% births
2005	#5725	22	▲ up 667 · +29% births
2000	#6392	17	▼ down 763
1995	#5629	17	▲ up 1196 · +31% births
1990	#6825	13	▲ up 3760 · +117% births
1985	#10585	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Janneth

Best Year1995Rank #5629

Peak Count22

Average Rank#9873

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1985 - 20239 years

The story of Janneth

Janneth is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 1985. With 430 total births recorded, Janneth remains relatively uncommon. Once ranked #10585 in 1985, the name has become less common in recent years, sitting at #16183 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Janneth in 1993:

Jessica Ashley Sarah Samantha Emily

Janneth by decade

Janneth peaked in the 1990s. See all 1990s names →

Decade	Births
1980s	28
1990s	144
2000s ★	180
2010s	72
2020s	6

💎Janneth has only 430 total recorded births since 1985 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Janneth?

Common

JanJaAnneth

What names sound and feel like Janneth?

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

Janeth

American · God is gracious

Jareth

English · To be strong;

Jannett

France · English

Danneth

American · A modern name

Janett

English · A diminutive form

Yanneth

Spain · Spanish

Anneth

Unknown · Graceful, favored; derived

Jadeth

American · A variation of

Common questions about the name Janneth

What does the name Janneth mean?

Janneth means "English" — a name rooted in English 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 Janneth?

Janneth is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is becoming rarer and more distinctive, making it a unique choice that stands out.

What is the cultural origin of Janneth?

Janneth originates from English tradition. English 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 Janneth?

Janneth is a two-syllable name pronounced JH AE1 N N EH1 TH. The pronunciation is straightforward for English speakers, and the name reads clearly on paper — an important practical consideration for parents.

Is Janneth a common or rare name?

Janneth is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.