Jann
Pronunciation: [ j-AN ]
Jann is a girl baby name. Ranked #37,102 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Jann first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,743 babies have been named Jann in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Jann is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #37,102 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #37,102
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Jann is also used as a boy name, ranked #30125.
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About the Name Jann
Jann is a girl name .
Is Jann a boy or girl name? Jann is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #37,102 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #30,125. Jann is more commonly used as a boy name.
Jann is currently ranked #37,102 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Jann include Jane, Janelle, Janiyah, Jana, Janae . 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