Find out how popular the first name Janene has been for the last 39 years (from 1974 to 2012) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Janene by gender

Based on the last 39 years of data, Janene is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2012, there were 5 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Janene.

The history of the first name Janene

The name Janene is a feminine given name of English origin, derived from the Hebrew name Jane, which itself is a variant of the name Joan. The name Jane is believed to have originated from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Graced by God" or "God is gracious."

The name Janene emerged in the early 20th century as a variant spelling of the more common name Janine, which is the French form of Jane. While the name Janene is not as widely used as Janine or Jane, it has been recorded throughout history.

One of the earliest known bearers of the name Janene was Janene Willard, an American writer and journalist born in 1915. She was known for her works on travel and culture, including the book "The Nightway: A Journey into Navajo Life and Culture."

Another notable Janene was Janene Wolsey, an Australian actress born in 1937. She appeared in various television shows and films throughout the 1960s and 1970s, including the TV series "Homicide" and the film "The Naked Bunyip."

In the literary world, Janene Wolsey Baadsgaard is a notable figure. Born in 1940, she is an American author and educator who has written several books on poetry and literature, including "Cooking in a Spiral" and "Daughters of the Light Quakers."

Janene Rendall, born in 1952, is a British artist known for her abstract paintings and mixed media works. She has exhibited her art in various galleries and museums across the United Kingdom.

In the field of sports, Janene Berger is an Australian former basketball player who represented her country in the 1988 and 1992 Summer Olympics. She was born in 1964 and played professionally in Australia and Europe.

While the name Janene may not be as common as some other feminine names, it has a rich history and has been borne by notable individuals across various fields, from literature and art to sports and journalism.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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