God is gracious
Janiya is a modern American creation, likely formed by combining the prefix 'Ja-' with the name Aniya. It is often interpreted as a variant of Jane or Janaiya, ultimately tracing back to the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.
About 98 girls were named Janiya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
The same feel as Janiya — far less common.
Hidden gems that stand out.
