Janek
boy nameJanek entered the US charts in 2009, peaked at #9823 in 2022, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2009–2025
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rank today
#9823
peak (2022)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #10994 |
| 2010s | #11675 |
| 2020s | #9823 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Janek are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Janek is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janek in 2025?
- Janek is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Janek most popular?
- Janek peaked in 2022, reaching #9823 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Janek with classmates?
- Janek will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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