Janisa: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahn-ees-ah
Origin: Greece
gender-female

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Region Origin: Southern Europe
Meaning: God is gracious

Janisa is a name with multiple origins, including Greek and Latin influences. It is derived from the name Janis, which means "God is gracious. " The name has seen varying uses over time, often as a variant of Janice or Janis. It is a short and simple name that conveys a sense of elegance and sophistication. While it may not be as widely recognized as other names, Janisa has a unique charm that makes it appealing to parents seeking a distinctive yet understated name.

Janisa Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Janisa is currently #23426 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Janisa is currently #13306 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Janisa is currently #10411 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Janisa is currently #5886 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Janisa is currently #11898 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Janisa is currently #6762 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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Source: Social Security Administration

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