Janesa: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahn-ehs-ah
Origin: United kingdom
gender-female

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Region Origin: Northern Europe
Meaning: God is gracious

Janesa is a variant of the name Janice, which has English origins. The name means "God is gracious" or "God has shown favor. " While Janesa is less commonly used, it carries the same positive connotations as its more popular counterpart. The use of Janesa has remained relatively niche, but it offers a unique and elegant alternative for parents seeking a name with deep religious significance. Despite its lower profile, Janesa remains an important choice for families looking to honor their faith.

Janesa Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Janesa is currently #27211 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Janesa is currently #15476 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Janesa is currently #11740 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Janesa is currently #6679 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Janesa is currently #13683 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Janesa is currently #7812 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Janesa is currently #11876 on Kiindred Australian Names

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