Janica
girl nameJanica entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #3388 in 1978, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1951–2025
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rank today
#3388
peak (1978)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #5145 |
| 1960s | #6550 |
| 1970s | #5248 |
| 1980s | #4857 |
| 1990s | #7853 |
| 2000s | #11652 |
| 2010s | #13967 |
Living bearers
About 600 people named Janica are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janica alive today was born around 1987, making them about 38 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janica in 2025?
- Janica is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Janica most popular?
- Janica peaked in 1978, reaching #3388 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janica with classmates?
- Janica will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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