Soul, life, or dear one
Derived from the Persian element 'jan', which translates to soul or life, often used as a term of endearment. It is a popular name in Kazakhstan and Central Asia, frequently combined with the feminine suffix '-iya'.
Less common today
Zhaniya isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #10,381 in 2003.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Renowned Kazakhstani pianist and educator
Kazakhstani film and television actress
