Janice
girl name#2514 in 2025Janice entered the US charts in 1894, peaked at #21 in 1951, ranks #2514 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1894–2025
#2514
rank today
#21
peak (1951)
70
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1196 |
| 1900s | #514 |
| 1910s | #342 |
| 1920s | #192 |
| 1930s | #62 |
| 1940s | #24 |
| 1950s | #27 |
| 1960s | #78 |
| 1970s | #192 |
| 1980s | #331 |
| 1990s | #600 |
| 2000s | #898 |
| 2010s | #1324 |
| 2020s | #2167 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Janice has been most popular in CA, TX, NY.
Living bearers
About 284,000 people named Janice are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janice alive today was born around 1950, making them about 75 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janice in 2025?
- Janice ranks #2514 among US girl names in 2025, with 70 babies given the name.
- When was the name Janice most popular?
- Janice peaked in 1951, reaching #21 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janice with classmates?
- Janice will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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