Born, life, or God is gracious
Janya is a name with multiple etymological roots. In Sanskrit, it means 'born' or 'life,' while in some contexts it is used as a diminutive or variant of Jane, meaning 'God is gracious.' It is appreciated for its multicultural appeal and soft, rhythmic sound.
Less common today
Janya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #1,012 in 2004.
A character in the animated series · The Legend of Korra
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
