Janae
girl name#1684 in 2025Janae entered the US charts in 1939, peaked at #464 in 1994, ranks #1684 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1939–2025
#1684
rank today
#464
peak (1994)
122
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1930s | #3782 |
| 1940s | #4324 |
| 1950s | #3068 |
| 1960s | #1981 |
| 1970s | #1230 |
| 1980s | #689 |
| 1990s | #493 |
| 2000s | #616 |
| 2010s | #959 |
| 2020s | #1389 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Janae has been most popular in TX, CA, FL.
Living bearers
About 17,500 people named Janae are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janae alive today was born around 1998, making them about 27 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janae in 2025?
- Janae ranks #1684 among US girl names in 2025, with 122 babies given the name.
- When was the name Janae most popular?
- Janae peaked in 1994, reaching #464 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janae with classmates?
- Janae will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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