Mother or one who gives birth
In Sanskrit, Janani is a profound name meaning 'mother' or 'the one who gives life.' It is frequently used as an epithet for various Hindu goddesses, symbolizing the divine feminine and the source of all creation.
Less common today
Janani isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,057 in 2002.
Archbishop of Uganda and influential church leader
Indian film actress and model
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).