Janice
boy nameJanice entered the US charts in 1926, peaked at #929 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1926–2025
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rank today
#929
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3900 |
| 1930s | #1806 |
| 1940s | #1226 |
| 1950s | #1520 |
| 1960s | #1949 |
| 1970s | #3939 |
| 1980s | #5600 |
Living bearers
About 700 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Janice most popular?
- Janice peaked in 1940, reaching #929 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Janice with classmates?
- Janice will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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