Born in the first month; door or gateway
Derived from the Roman god Janus, who presided over beginnings, transitions, and doorways. The name signifies a fresh start and the looking forward and backward that occurs at the turn of the year.
About 9 girls were named January in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress known for Mad Men
Protagonist of the novel Once Is Not Enough · Once Is Not Enough
Main character of The Ten Thousand Doors of January · The Ten Thousand Doors of January