Janek
j(a)-nek
US Popularity:20768
Origin:Polish
Meaning:God is gracious
Janek is a boy’s name that shares multiple roots, spanning Polish, Czech, Slavic, and Hebrew origins. The name is of notable significance in Poland, deriving from Jan, which in turn derives from the Hebrew John. Across cultures, Janek translates to “God is gracious,” which is sure to be a sentiment exclaimed by parents once they meet their affable little darling.
How Popular Is The Name Janek?
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#10243
in 2022
+ 1096
from 2019
Sources
Behind the Name, Janek, November 2020
Behind the Name, Jan (1), January 2022
House of Names, Janek History, Family Crest & Coats of Arms
Ancestry, Janek Family History
Ancestry, Jan Family History
Online Etymology Dictionary, John, December 2023
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