Janos
Pronunciation: [ j-AN-ohs ]
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Janos first appeared in US Social Security records in 1964.
Over 147 babies have been named Janos in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Janos is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #10,997 for boy names in the US .
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- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #10,997
- Total SSA Count
- 8
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About the Name Janos
Janos is a boy name .
Janos is currently ranked #10,997 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Janos include Jan, Jay, Jaie, and Jankins. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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