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Janith

JAN-ith · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Janet or a combination of Jan and Ann

Peak popularity
1942
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Janith since 1913

Babies named Janith per year in U.S. Social Security records.

122436192019602000Most births 1942Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1910s6
1920s50
1930s137
1940s257
1950s132
1960s49
1970s0
1980s0
1990s0
2000s0
2010s0
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Janith is a rare American first name first recorded in 1913. Its highest popularity occurred in 1942, during the peak year, though it never entered the top 1,000 list. The name has a stable trajectory with very low but consistent usage. While its exact etymology is unclear, Janith likely originated as a modern blend of Jan and Ann. Today it remains an uncommon choice, reflecting mid-century naming trends.

Janith is a relatively modern American coinage, first recorded in the 1910s. It appears to be a blend of the names Jan and Ann, or possibly a feminine variant of Jan. The name saw its peak usage in the 1940s but has remained rare since.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Jan, Nith

Variants: Janet, Janette, Janessa

Sibling names for Janith

Names that share Janith's style, for a brother or sister.

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Janith mean?
The meaning of Janith is uncertain, but it is thought to be a modern American combination of Jan and Ann, or a variant of Janet.
How popular is Janith?
Janith has never ranked among the top 1,000 names in the U.S. Its peak usage was in 1942, and it remains a very rare name today.
Is Janith a boy or girl name?
Janith is primarily used as a girl's name.