Jana
girl name#1241 in 2025Jana entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #226 in 1961, ranks #1241 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1921–2025
#1241
rank today
#226
peak (1961)
181
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3993 |
| 1930s | #1840 |
| 1940s | #660 |
| 1950s | #339 |
| 1960s | #257 |
| 1970s | #277 |
| 1980s | #345 |
| 1990s | #750 |
| 2000s | #1005 |
| 2010s | #1025 |
| 2020s | #1177 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jana has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 42,500 people named Jana are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jana alive today was born around 1972, making them about 53 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jana in 2025?
- Jana ranks #1241 among US girl names in 2025, with 181 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jana most popular?
- Jana peaked in 1961, reaching #226 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jana with classmates?
- Jana will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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