Janelle
boy nameJanelle entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #3966 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#3966
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #5805 |
| 1980s | #5318 |
| 2000s | #11472 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Janelle are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Janelle alive today was born around 1984, making them about 41 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janelle in 2025?
- Janelle is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Janelle most popular?
- Janelle peaked in 1982, reaching #3966 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Janelle with classmates?
- Janelle will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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