Janes
Pronunciation: [ j-AYNZ ]
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Janes first appeared in US Social Security records in 1952.
Over 144 babies have been named Janes in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Janes is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,082 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,082
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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About the Name Janes
Janes is a boy name .
Janes is currently ranked #20,082 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Janes include Jan, Jay, Jaie, and Jankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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