Janella
girl name#8860 in 2025Janella entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #1613 in 1971, ranks #8860 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#8860
rank today
#1613
peak (1971)
11
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #4594 |
| 1920s | #4398 |
| 1930s | #3087 |
| 1940s | #2709 |
| 1950s | #2411 |
| 1960s | #3178 |
| 1970s | #2130 |
| 1980s | #3394 |
| 1990s | #5732 |
| 2000s | #8923 |
| 2010s | #5625 |
| 2020s | #7823 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Janella has been most popular in CA, FL, NY.
Living bearers
About 1,700 people named Janella are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janella alive today was born around 1979, making them about 46 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janella in 2025?
- Janella ranks #8860 among US girl names in 2025, with 11 babies given the name.
- When was the name Janella most popular?
- Janella peaked in 1971, reaching #1613 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janella with classmates?
- Janella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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