Holding steady.
Popularity of Janique since 1968
Babies named Janique per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 30 |
| 1980s | 122 |
| 1990s | 178 |
| 2000s | 135 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 10 |
Meaning & origin
Janique is a rare modern feminine name that first appeared in the United States in 1968. It is a French-influenced elaboration of Jan, a short form of John, and its meaning is generally given as 'God is gracious.' Although it has never achieved widespread popularity, it saw its peak usage in 1990, when it was recorded for a small number of girls. Since then, its usage has remained stable but low, and it has never ranked in the top 1,000 names. The name is not associated with any particular state or region, reflecting its scattered, infrequent use. Parents drawn to Janique may appreciate its unique sound and the elegant -ique ending, which sets it apart from more common names like Janice or Janelle.
Janique is a modern coinage, likely a feminine elaboration of the name Jan or a variant of Janice, ultimately derived from John (Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'). The -ique ending is a French-influenced suffix that gives the name a stylish, distinctive feel. It first appeared in the United States in 1968 and saw modest use through the 1990s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jan, Janie, Nique
Sibling names for Janique
Names that share Janique's style, for a brother or sister.
