Holding steady.
Popularity of Janda since 1947
Babies named Janda per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1957, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Janda's real moment was 1973.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 50 |
| 1960s | 63 |
| 1970s | 69 |
| 1980s | 60 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Janda is an exceptionally rare American girl's name, first recorded in 1947. It saw a slight uptick in the 1970s, peaking in 1973, but has never reached 5 annual births in the Social Security data. The name's trajectory has been stable and low, with no significant revival. Its origins are uncertain; it may be a diminutive of Jan or a variant of Janna. Due to its scarcity, no top states or notable bearers are available. Janda remains a unique choice for parents seeking an uncommon name with a soft, straightforward sound.
The name Janda is rare and its derivation is unclear. It may be a feminine diminutive of Jan, a Dutch and Polish form of John, or a variant of Janna, itself a feminine form of John. Alternatively, it could be a modern coinage combining elements of names like Jane and Amanda. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the mid-20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jan
Sibling names for Janda
Names that share Janda's style, for a brother or sister.
