Janet
girl name#2778 in 2025Janet entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #16 in 1938, ranks #2778 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#2778
rank today
#16
peak (1938)
61
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #291 |
| 1890s | #295 |
| 1900s | #271 |
| 1910s | #160 |
| 1920s | #113 |
| 1930s | #27 |
| 1940s | #21 |
| 1950s | #21 |
| 1960s | #52 |
| 1970s | #132 |
| 1980s | #200 |
| 1990s | #303 |
| 2000s | #554 |
| 2010s | #1300 |
| 2020s | #2204 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Janet has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 378,000 people named Janet are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janet alive today was born around 1951, making them about 74 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janet in 2025?
- Janet ranks #2778 among US girl names in 2025, with 61 babies given the name.
- When was the name Janet most popular?
- Janet peaked in 1938, reaching #16 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janet with classmates?
- Janet will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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