Jannice

“God is gracious” — Associated with qualities of grace and kindness

American origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1617US 2023

583Births / yr

→Stable

656All-time births

📅 Since 192200

What does Jannice mean and where does it come from?

Jannice is a modern variant of the name Janice, which itself is a derivative of the name Jane. It has been primarily popular in the United States since the mid-20th century. The name is often associated with qualities of grace and kindness. Jannice may also refer to a combination of familiar names a

Cultural significance

Jannice has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in American-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god is gracious.

Peak popularity

Reached #2043 in 1959 — currently #1617 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jannice?

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

Jannice Grace

How popular is Jannice right now?

Holding steady — currently #1617 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 1940–2023#1617 · Top 1.2%

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Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1617	583	▲ up 5 · +4% births
2022	#1622	563	▲ up 5 · +6% births
2021	#1627	533	▲ up 12033 · +10560% births
1995	#13660	5	▼ down 5669 · -50% births
1990	#7991	10	▲ up 2961 · +100% births
1985	#10952	5	▼ down 3611 · -29% births
1975	#7341	7	▼ down 2183 · -30% births
1970	#5158	10	▼ down 1103 · -9% births
1965	#4055	11	▼ down 1926 · -63% births
1960	#2129	30	▲ up 397 · +50% births
1955	#2526	20	▲ up 1303 · +122% births
1950	#3829	9	▼ down 1404 · -36% births
1945	#2425	14	▲ up 732 · +56% births
1940	#3157	9	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jannice

Best Year2023Rank #1617

Peak Count583

Average Rank#4864

Current Trend↘Falling

Data Range1940 - 202314 years

The story of Jannice

Jannice entered American naming records in 1922 and has been in use for over 102 years. With 656 total births recorded, Jannice remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #3157 in 1940 to #1617 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jannice in 1959:

Mary Susan Linda Karen Donna

Jannice by decade

Jannice peaked in the 1950s. See all 1950s names →

Decade	Births
1920s	6
1930s	41
1940s	134
1950s ★	184
1960s	136
1970s	59
1980s	30
1990s	40
2000s	21
2010s	5

💎Jannice has only 656 total recorded births since 1922 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jannice?

Common

JanJaIce

What names sound and feel like Jannice?

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

Janeice

American · A beloved name

Jahnice

American · A beloved name

American · A modern invented

Jannie

American · God is gracious

Jamice

American · English

Jalice

American · A blend of

Common questions about the name Jannice

What does the name Jannice mean?

Jannice means "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 Jannice?

Jannice 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 Jannice?

Jannice 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.

What sibling names go well with Jannice?

Jannice 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.

Is Jannice a common or rare name?

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