Janai
girl name#3645 in 2025Janai entered the US charts in 1960, peaked at #1585 in 1997, ranks #3645 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1960–2025
#3645
rank today
#1585
peak (1997)
41
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #6093 |
| 1970s | #5795 |
| 1980s | #3030 |
| 1990s | #1975 |
| 2000s | #2085 |
| 2010s | #2632 |
| 2020s | #3302 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Janai has been most popular in FL, CA, NY.
Living bearers
About 3,100 people named Janai are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janai alive today was born around 2003, making them about 22 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janai in 2025?
- Janai ranks #3645 among US girl names in 2025, with 41 babies given the name.
- When was the name Janai most popular?
- Janai peaked in 1997, reaching #1585 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janai with classmates?
- Janai will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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