Declining since 2020, #7,133 for girls today.
Popularity of Jannatul since 1998
Babies named Jannatul per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 12 |
| 2000s | 24 |
| 2010s | 132 |
| 2020s | 86 |
Meaning & origin
Jannatul entered U.S. baby name records in 1998 and reached its highest rank of 7,133 in 2025, with a peak in usage in 2019. Currently it is given to about 1 in every 107,151 newborn girls, though its popularity has been declining since 2020. The name is rooted in Arabic and carries a deep spiritual meaning tied to the Islamic concept of paradise. While its use is relatively rare nationally, it appears most often in New York, reflecting communities with South Asian and Middle Eastern heritage. Jannatul exemplifies how a name with religious significance can travel across cultures and maintain its distinct identity in a new country.
Jannatul is a feminine name of Arabic origin, derived from the word jannah, meaning 'garden' or 'paradise' in Islamic contexts. It is often used as part of compound names such as Jannatul Ferdous (Garden of Paradise). The name has gained popularity among Muslim families in South Asia and the Bengali diaspora, appearing in U.S. records since 1998.
Where Jannatul is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Janna, Jannat
Sibling names for Jannatul
Names that share Jannatul's style, for a brother or sister.
