Girl
Janae
God is gracious
About Janae
Consider the rhythmic beauty of this name—two syllables that dance together with effortless grace. It strikes that perfect balance between familiarity and uniqueness, ensuring your daughter won't be one of five in her classroom yet won't spend her life explaining her name. The 'ae' ending adds a sophisticated touch that elevates the overall impression, suggesting creativity and individuality. This name has proven its staying power across generations while never feeling dated or overly trendy. It adapts seamlessly to various personalities, working equally well for an artistic soul or an analytical mind. The strong consonant opening provides confidence, while the softer ending maintains approachability. Parents appreciate how it photographs beautifully on everything from birth announcements to graduation invitations.
Popularity of the Name Janae
Rank among the 1,000 most popular baby names, by year.
| United States | United Kingdom | Canada | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1976 | #733 | ||
| 1977 | #851 | ||
| 1978 | #932 | ||
| 1979 | #829 | ||
| 1980 | #835 | ||
| 1981 | #790 | ||
| 1982 | #765 | ||
| 1983 | #740 | ||
| 1984 | #755 | ||
| 1985 | #780 | ||
| 1986 | #727 | ||
| 1987 | #490 | ||
| 1988 | #509 | ||
| 1989 | #508 | ||
| 1990 | #501 | ||
| 1991 | #466 | ||
| 1992 | #496 | ||
| 1993 | #534 | ||
| 1994 | #464 | ||
| 1995 | #515 | ||
| 1996 | #505 | ||
| 1997 | #468 | #822 | |
| 1998 | #479 | #754 | |
| 1999 | #505 | #881 | |
| 2000 | #471 | #935 | |
| 2001 | #540 | #770 | |
| 2002 | #522 | #902 | |
| 2003 | #563 | #695 | |
| 2004 | #578 | ||
| 2005 | #617 | #821 | |
| 2006 | #677 | #859 | |
| 2007 | #676 | #939 | |
| 2008 | #792 | ||
| 2009 | #727 | ||
| 2010 | #700 | ||
| 2011 | #706 | ||
| 2012 | #808 | ||
| 2013 | #823 | ||
| 2014 | #915 |
Top names by country: United States · United Kingdom · Canada
Variations of Name Janae
Names Similar to Janae
Nicknames for Janae
- Jan
- Nae
- Jana
- Janie
- JJ
Famous People Named Janae
| Janae Marie Kroc | American powerlifter and bodybuilder |
| Janae Futrell | American professional basketball player |
| Janae Hornsby | American actress and producer |
| Janae Bakken | American model and beauty pageant titleholder |
| Janae Raquel | American singer-songwriter and actress |
| Janae Gagnier | Janae Iko - American model and social media influencer |
| Janae Burris | American comedian and actress |
| Janae Jacobs | American fashion designer and entrepreneur |
| Janae Mitchell | American track and field athlete |
| Janae Brown | Canadian basketball player |
| Janae Cox | Australian water polo player |
| Janae Reinhardt | German field hockey player |
| Janae Stevenson | Jamaican long jumper |
| Janae Smith | New Zealand netball player |
| Janae Alt | Dutch artistic gymnast |
| Janae Brangman | Bermudian footballer |
| Janae Jones | Bahamian sprinter |
| Janae Dockins | British basketball player |
| Janae DeLancey | Guyanese cricketer |
| Janae Thompson | Saint Kitts and Nevis track and field athlete |
Characters Named Janae
| Janae Timmins | A character from the Australian soap opera "Neighbours" |
| Janae Watson | A character from the American TV series "Orange Is the New Black" |
| Janae Morris | A character from the Australian TV series "The Saddle Club" |
| Janae Kapoor | A character from the New Zealand TV series "Shortland Street" |
| Janae Mays | A character from the American TV series "Girlfriends" |
| Janae Von Eschenbach | A character from the American TV series "Passions" |
| Janae Summerville | A character from the American TV series "One Tree Hill" |
| Janae Bennett | A character from the American TV series "Superstore" |
| Janae Johnson | A character from the American TV series "Fame" |
| Janae Coburn | A character from the American TV series "Lincoln Heights" |
| Janae Owen | A character from the Australian TV series "Blue Water High" |
| Janae Kallisto | A character from the American web series "The New Adventures of Peter and Wendy" |
| Janae Wilson | A character from the American TV series "The Bold and the Beautiful" |
| Janae Maitland | A character from the American TV series "Rescue Me" |
| Janae Brown | A character from the New Zealand TV series "Outrageous Fortune" |
| Janae Karam | A character from the American TV series "The Fosters" |
| Janae Beckwith | A character from the American TV series "The Game" |
| Janae Pickett | A character from the American TV series "Friday Night Lights" |
| Janae Fleming | A character from the Australian TV series "Wentworth" |