US Popularity:3640
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:God has been gracious; Gift from God
Janice is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin. This long-awaited “gift from God” will be the perfect addition to your home, ready to share in the joys of life alongside you. A derivative of the name Jane, the female form of John, this title offers a twist on the classic. Additionally, this is also the name of Janice Dickinson, Janice from Friends, and Janis Joplin, using an alternate spelling, giving baby some powerhouse ladies to look up to.
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How Popular Is The Name Janice?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Janice is currently #1234 on The Bump
Girl:Janice is currently #883 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Janice is currently #3640 in U.S. births
Girl:Janice is currently #2001 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2001
in 2023
+ 125
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data

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Sources

  • 100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 165

  • Name Doctor, Janice

  • Behind the Name, Janice November 2019

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