Janina

The first name Janina is a Polish diminutive of Jana, a Slavic independent short form of the ancient biblical name Johanna, which in turn derives from Johannes. Janina is also considered a variant of the girl's name Janine and a feminine derivative of Jan.

What does the name Janina mean?

The first name Janina is a Polish diminutive of Jana, a Slavic independent short form of the ancient biblical name Johanna, which in turn derives from Johannes. Janina is also considered a variant of the girl's name Janine and a feminine derivative of Jan. Translated into German, it means "the Lord (JHWH) is gracious," "the Lord (JHWH) is kind," and more freely interpreted as "the God-graced one" or "the gift of God." Its origins lie in the ancient Hebrew Yôchânân or Yehochanan, which is derived from the two name components yo (יֹו) or yeho (יְהוֹ) meaning "the name of God" and ḥanán (חָנַן) meaning "to be gracious," "to show favor," "to grant mercy," or "to have compassion." Suitable variants include Jannika or the male form Jannik, a diminutive of Jan. There are numerous forms of the name Janina in various languages. It is part of the largest etymological root of names, consisting of more than five hundred variations between male and female in different languages. Other spellings include Janin, Janine, Janene, Jannina, Jannine, Janni, Jannie, Jannin, and Jannita. The name became particularly well-known through Johannes the Baptist, and during the Middle Ages, it was one of the most popular names in the German-speaking world. Another famous personality is Johanna of Orléans, better known as Jeanne d'Arc.

Where does the name Janina come from?

Etymology Janina is a female first name of ancient Hebrew origin meaning "the Lord is gracious." Ancient Hebrew

How do you pronounce Janina?

Sound & pronunciation of Janina: The name Janina is three to four syllables long and rhythmically balanced. In German pronunciation, it is usually pronounced as "Ja-ni-na" [jaˈniːna], with the middle syllable being stressed. The open vowel sequence gives the name a lightness. Janina appears feminine and modern - melodious, lively, and present.

When is the name day of Janina?

The name day of Janina is February 4, May 12, May 24, May 30, August 12, August 24, August 26, and December 12.

Popularity

Janina is a very popular first name in Germany. Currently, it ranks 1,418th in the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 1990, reaching 14th place. In the last ten years, Janina has been given as a first name about 470 times, placing it 892nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 621st.

Nicknames & pet names

Bienchen / Gina / Ja / Jan / Jan-Jan / Jana / Janaina / Janananini / Jani / Janickel / Janiii / Janili / Janinchen / Janini / Janinja / Janinka / Janinnchen / Janinschen / Janinscherl / Janinuschka / Janipani / Janippel / Janischnitzel / Janitzka / Janje / Janka / Janne / Janni / Janny / Janona / Jansche / Janska / Januna / Jayka / Jenaina / Jenni / Jina / Nana / Nano / Nina / Ninchen / Nini / Ninn / Ninschi / Ninutsch / Schanina / Schanini / Schanni / Schnini / Shnina / Tschanaina / Tschanina

Similar first names

Jannina, Yanina

Famous people

• Eva Janina Wieczorek (painter from Germany)
• Janina Broniewska (Polish writer)
• Janina Buzunaite-Zukaitiene (Russian artist)
• Janina Conceicao (Canadian volleyball player)
• Janina David (author)
• Janina Depping (German racing driver)
• Janina Elkin (German actress)
• Janina Fautz (actress)
• Janina Faye (English actress)
• Janina Fialkowska (Canadian pianist)
• Janina Flieger (German actress)
• Janina Fry (Finnish model)
• Janina Gavankar (actress from the USA)
• Janina Goldfuß (German athlete)
• Janina Hartwig (actress)
• Janina Haye (football player)
• Janina Hosiasson-Lindenbaum (Polish philosopher)
• Janina Isabell Batoly (German soap actress)
• Janina Janecka (Polish actress)
• Janina Katz (Danish writer)