Daughter of Janaka; another name for the goddess Sita
In Hindu tradition, Janaki is an epithet for Sita, the heroine of the epic Ramayana. It is a patronymic name meaning daughter of King Janaka, who was the ruler of Mithila. The name carries deep spiritual significance and represents devotion, virtue, and strength.
Less common today
Janaki isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,474 in 2001.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Pioneering Indian botanist and cytogeneticist
Former Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu and actress
Indian actress and media professional
Prominent Indian playback singer known as S. Janaki
