Janey name popularity, meaning and origin
Name Popularity: 17%
Janey name meaning:
The name Janey is typically a diminutive form of the name Jane, which has origins in Hebrew and means "God is gracious." As a variant of Jane, Janey shares similar meanings and characteristics. The name Janey often represents a person who is kind-hearted, compassionate, and empathetic towards others. These individuals tend to have a natural inclination to help and support those in need.
Girls named Janey are often known for their nurturing nature, as they possess a strong desire to care for and protect those they love. They are often reliable and dependable, making them great friends and partners. Janey's tend to be gentle and sincere, with a genuine and warm personality that attracts others. They are typically good listeners and offer thoughtful advice when needed.
Overall, the name Janey carries a positive connotation, representing a person who embodies the qualities of kindness, compassion, and grace.
Origin: English
Diminutive of Jane: Jehovah has been gracious Jehovah has shown favour. A Feminine form of John. Variant of Joan. From the Old French Jehane.
Related names
Jane , Geonna, Gia , Giana , Gianara, Giannina, Heeni, Jan , Janae , Janell, Janella, Janetta, Janette, Janey , Janice , Janicia, Janie, Janiece, Janina, Janine , Janise, Jannet, Janneth, Jannis, Jeanelle, Jeanina, Jeanine, Jeanne , Jeannine, Jenalee, Jenalyn, Jenalynn, Jenarae, Jeneen, Jenene, Jenetta, Jeni, Jenice, Jeniece, Jenilynn, Jenina, Jenine, Jenise, Jenita, Jennessa, Jenni, Jennika, Jennilee, Jennilyn, Jennine, Jennis, Jennyann, Jenny-lee, Jineen, Jinni, Jinny, Shena, Sioned, Jenna , Jana , Jowna
Other girls names beginning with J
Statistics
Overall UK ranking: 4634 out of 5581
4 recorded births last year
Change in rank
- 10yrs
-1998 - 5yrs
129 - 1yr
-4634
Regional popularity
Ranking for this name in various UK regions
Historical popularity of Janey
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