Janete
girl nameJanete entered the US charts in 1940, peaked at #3863 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1940–2025
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rank today
#3863
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3863 |
| 1970s | #8292 |
| 1980s | #9650 |
| 1990s | #12202 |
| 2000s | #16318 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Janete are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Janete alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janete in 2025?
- Janete is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Janete most popular?
- Janete peaked in 1940, reaching #3863 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janete with classmates?
- Janete will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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