Janna first name popularity, history and meaning

Find out how popular the first name Janna has been for the last 50 years (from 1975 to 2024) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Meaning of Janna

A feminine form of John, an Arabic name meaning "heaven".

Popularity of Janna by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Janna is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2024, there were 90 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Janna.

YearMale CountFemale Count
2024090
2023069
2022077
2021069
2020077
2019076
2018079
2017090
2016088
2015084
2014069
20130101
2012082
2011067
2010099
20090101
2008094
20070115
20060122
20050131
20040129
20030142
20020143
20010147
20000132
19990155
19980140
19970152
19960169
19950150
19940183
19930165
19920200
19910227
19900236
19890273
19880297
19870341
19860315
19850335
19840357
19830297
19820326
19810359
19800366
19790428
19780349
19770365
19760308
19750304

The history of the first name Janna

The name Janna has its origins in the Arabic language, where it is a feminine form of the name Jannah, meaning "paradise" or "garden." This name dates back to ancient times and is deeply rooted in Islamic culture and tradition.

The earliest recorded use of the name Janna can be traced back to the Quran, the central religious text of Islam, where it is mentioned as one of the names for paradise or the heavenly garden. The name is closely associated with the concept of eternal bliss and spiritual fulfillment in Islamic teachings.

One of the earliest known historical figures to bear the name Janna was Janna bint Aws, a prominent Arabian woman who lived in the 7th century. She was known for her wisdom and was respected as a teacher and scholar in her community.

In the 9th century, Janna bint Abbas al-Sulami was a renowned poet and scholar who lived in Basra, Iraq. Her poetry and literary works were highly regarded during her time and contributed to the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Another notable figure named Janna was Janna al-Maghribiyyah, a 12th-century Andalusian philosopher and mathematician. She made significant contributions to the field of mathematics and was recognized for her exceptional intellectual abilities.

In the 13th century, Janna bint Abi al-Qasim al-Azdi was a prominent female scholar and poet from Yemen. Her poetic works were celebrated for their depth and elegance, and she was highly respected in literary circles of her time.

During the 15th century, Janna bint Muhammad al-Maqqari was a renowned scholar and historian from Morocco. Her extensive writings on the history and culture of the region provided valuable insights into the intellectual and social life of that era.

These are just a few examples of notable individuals throughout history who bore the name Janna. The name has endured for centuries, carrying with it a rich cultural and linguistic heritage from the Arabic-speaking world.

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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