Janella
Pronunciation: [ j-uhn-EHL-uh ]
Janella is a girl baby name. Ranked #7,301 in the US, popular nicknames include Jan, Jay, and Janie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Janella first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,700 babies have been named Janella in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Janella is past its peak , currently ranked #7,301 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #7,301
- Total SSA Count
- 16
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About the Name Janella
Janella is a girl name .
Janella is currently ranked #7,301 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Janella include Jan, Jay, Janie, and Janeie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Janella include Jane, Janelle, Janessa, Janet, Janeth . 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)
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