Janilah
Janilah is a girl baby name. Ranked #47,779 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
Janilah first appeared in US Social Security records in 2006.
Over 208 babies have been named Janilah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Janilah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #47,779 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #47,779
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Nicknames
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About the Name Janilah
Janilah is a girl name .
Janilah is currently ranked #47,779 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Janilah include Jan, Jay, Janie, and Janiie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Janilah 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)
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