Janelle
girl name#799 in 2025Janelle entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #186 in 1978, ranks #799 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1912–2025
#799
rank today
#186
peak (1978)
340
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2593 |
| 1920s | #1678 |
| 1930s | #771 |
| 1940s | #656 |
| 1950s | #478 |
| 1960s | #426 |
| 1970s | #303 |
| 1980s | #211 |
| 1990s | #335 |
| 2000s | #453 |
| 2010s | #464 |
| 2020s | #711 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Janelle has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 53,500 people named Janelle are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janelle alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
Names similar in popularity
Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janelle in 2025?
- Janelle ranks #799 among US girl names in 2025, with 340 babies given the name.
- When was the name Janelle most popular?
- Janelle peaked in 1978, reaching #186 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janelle with classmates?
- Janelle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
Torn between Janelle and another name?
Put them head to head — full stats, history and a verdict.
Start a name battle