Janissa: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ahn-eess-ah
Origin: Japan
gender-female

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Region Origin: East Asia
Meaning: God is gracious

Janissa is a name with multiple origins, often associated with Japanese and English influences. It means "God is gracious" and has been used in various cultures. The use of Janissa has seen fluctuations in popularity over the years, influenced by cultural trends and personal preferences. The name is important because it conveys a sense of divine grace and is versatile enough to be used across different cultural contexts.

Janissa Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Janissa is currently #16601 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Janissa is currently #9456 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Janissa is currently #8476 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Janissa is currently #4819 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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