Janell: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahn-ehll
Origin: United States
gender-female

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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: North America
Meaning: God is gracious

Janell is a variant of the name Janelle, derived from the French name Jeanne, meaning "God is gracious. " This name has a rich history and cultural significance, symbolizing independence, and grace. Originally, Janell was a popular name in the United States, but its popularity has declined since the 1980s. It remains a significant name in the African American community, often pronounced "Jah-nell. " Janell is associated with graceful, independent women and has been used in various TV shows and movies.

Janell Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Janell is currently #4675 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Janell is currently #2618 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Janell is currently #2351 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Janell is currently #1302 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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