Jannick
A masculine name of Scandinavian origin meaning "God is gracious".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Jannick. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Jannick today is around 9 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Jannick births was 2017 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Jannick. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Jannick. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2017
5 babies that year
Average age
9
years old
2017 SSA rank
#13,099
Tracked since 2017
Popularity
Jannick: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Jannick by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Jannick during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Jannick
The name Jannick is a Scandinavian variation of the Greek name Ioannes, which is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." It has its roots in the early Christian era, when the name was adopted by followers of the new faith.
Jannick first emerged as a distinct name in the medieval period, particularly in Denmark and Norway. It was a popular choice among Viking communities, who were drawn to its strong, masculine sound. The name's association with the biblical John the Baptist also contributed to its widespread use across Scandinavia.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jannick can be found in the Icelandic Sagas, a collection of historical tales from the 13th and 14th centuries. In these stories, Jannick was often depicted as a brave warrior or seafaring adventurer, reflecting the values of Viking society.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Jannick. One of the most famous was Jannick Vestergaard (1626-1698), a Danish naval officer who played a crucial role in the Scanian War against Sweden. He is remembered for his tactical brilliance and unwavering loyalty to the Danish crown.
Another prominent Jannick was Jannick Holm (1773-1845), a Norwegian botanist and naturalist. He made significant contributions to the study of plant life in Scandinavia and is credited with discovering several new species of flora.
In the realm of literature, Jannick Jacobsen (1887-1944) was a celebrated Danish novelist and poet. His works, which often explored themes of existentialism and human nature, earned him critical acclaim and a place among the most influential writers of his time.
Jannick Vestergaard (1959-2018) was a renowned Danish chess grandmaster, known for his exceptional strategic mind and numerous tournament victories. He represented Denmark in several prestigious international competitions and was widely respected within the chess community.
Finally, Jannick Bjurström (1969-present) is a Swedish actor and director who has achieved success on both stage and screen. He has starred in numerous films and television shows, earning praise for his versatility and ability to bring complex characters to life.
These are just a few examples of the many remarkable individuals who have carried the name Jannick throughout history, each leaving their mark in their respective fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of Scandinavian culture and beyond.
People
Jannick + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Jannick as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Jannick: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Jannick?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Jannick going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Jannick a common name?
We classify Jannick as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Jannick most popular?
The single biggest year for Jannick was 2017, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Jannick is about 9 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Jannick in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Jannick a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Jannick in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Jannick still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Jannick in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Jannick can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How common is the name Jannick?
For a faster, more casual read, check HowManyOfMe.org — our sister site built around that single question.