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Janel

d͡ʒə.ˈnɛl
Overview

Gender

feminine

Origin

Categories

artists
black history
currently out of the US top 1000
isograms
variants
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
69/100
formal65%
urban80%
wholesome100%
refined100%
simple65%
serious80%

Meaning & Etymology

Janel is a variant of the given name Janelle, which itself is a feminine form of the name John, meaning 'God is gracious'. The name Janel has been used in various cultures and languages, often as a modern adaptation of traditional names.

Etymology

Original Form:

Janelle

Evolution:

Janel evolved as a variant of Janelle, which is derived from the name John. The name John has its roots in the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'.

Source:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Janel

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Janey

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Janie

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Jannette

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Jaynie

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Jeni

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Jenna

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Jenni

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Jennie

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Jenny

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Janeka

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Janele

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Janella

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Shavon

Other Languages & Cultures

Shavonne

Other Languages & Cultures

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