Janis
boy nameJanis entered the US charts in 1928, peaked at #2251 in 1947, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1928–2025
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rank today
#2251
peak (1947)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #4151 |
| 1930s | #3357 |
| 1940s | #3154 |
| 1950s | #2950 |
| 1960s | #3550 |
| 1970s | #4771 |
| 1980s | #6250 |
| 2000s | #10349 |
| 2020s | #11576 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Janis are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janis alive today was born around 1952, making them about 73 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janis in 2025?
- Janis is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Janis most popular?
- Janis peaked in 1947, reaching #2251 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Janis with classmates?
- Janis will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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