Janiya
girl name#1962 in 2025Janiya entered the US charts in 1990, peaked at #362 in 2008, ranks #1962 today — a name gently stepping back from its peak.
Popularity 1990–2025
#1962
rank today
#362
peak (2008)
98
babies in 2025
falling
a name gently stepping back from its peak
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #6287 |
| 2000s | #506 |
| 2010s | #929 |
| 2020s | #1689 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Janiya has been most popular in FL, TX, GA.
Living bearers
About 11,000 people named Janiya are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Janiya alive today was born around 2008, making them about 17 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Janiya in 2025?
- Janiya ranks #1962 among US girl names in 2025, with 98 babies given the name.
- When was the name Janiya most popular?
- Janiya peaked in 2008, reaching #362 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Janiya with classmates?
- Janiya will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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