Janisha
Janisha is a girl baby name. Ranked #22,587 in the US, popular nicknames include Jan, Jay, and Janie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Janisha first appeared in US Social Security records in 1972.
Over 948 babies have been named Janisha in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Janisha is past its peak , currently ranked #22,587 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #22,587
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Janisha
Janisha is a girl name .
Janisha is currently ranked #22,587 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Janisha include Jan, Jay, Janie, and Janiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Janisha include Janiyah, Janie, Janiya, Janice, Janiah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis