Janaka
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Janaka first appeared in US Social Security records in 1981.
Over 5 babies have been named Janaka in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Janaka is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #40,515 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #40,515
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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About the Name Janaka
Janaka is a boy name .
Janaka is currently ranked #40,515 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Janaka include Jan, Jana, Janay, Janaie, Jay, Jaie, and Jankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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