January

Pronunciation: [ j-ANY-oo-ehr-ee ]

Girl Name #9,638 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

January is a girl name, recorded for 11 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced j-ANY-oo-ehr-ee.

Parents who love the name January often also consider Jane, Janie, Janet .

Quick Facts

Gender: Girl
Popularity Rank: #9,638
Total SSA Count: 11

Nicknames

Jan Jay Janie Januie

Similar Names

Jane Janie Janet James Jannie Janette James Jacob

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Frequently Asked Questions About January

Is January a boy or girl name?

January is primarily used as a girl name.

How do you pronounce January?

January is pronounced j-ANY-oo-ehr-ee.

How popular is the name January?

January is currently ranked #9638 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for January?

Common nicknames for January include Jan, Jay, Janie, and Januie.

Is January a common or rare name?

January is an uncommon name, ranked #9638 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name January

January is a girl name .

January is currently ranked #9,638 in popularity for girl names in the United States.

Common nicknames for January include Jan, Jay, Janie, and Januie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.