God is gracious
Janise is a modern phonetic variant of Janice, which itself is an elaboration of Jane. It ultimately derives from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. While it gained some use in the mid-20th century, it remains a rare alternative to more traditional forms.
About 8 girls were named Janise in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American contemporary artist known for encaustic painting
