Name Profile
Jan
“God is gracious” — Slovak
GirlSlovak1 syllableCurrent rank #188 (1961)
About Jan
Jan is a crisp and elegant Slovak girl's name that warmly translates to "God is gracious." Simple in its spelling yet rich in historical grace, this beautifully succinct name feels both grounded and effortlessly sophisticated.
Quick Facts
GenderGirl
OriginSlovak
Syllables1
Nicknames for Jan
Jan is usually used as-is and doesn’t have a common shortened nickname.
Popularity in the U.S.
Jan is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..
Jan popularity chartUse the Births and Rank buttons to change the metric. The data values are listed below.Jan had 2,032 births in 1961.
View chart data
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 1952 | 2,482 | #143 |
| 1953 | 2,607 | #140 |
| 1954 | 2,993 | #131 |
| 1955 | 2,770 | #138 |
| 1956 | 3,199 | #136 |
| 1957 | 2,988 | #140 |
| 1958 | 2,629 | #153 |
| 1959 | 2,587 | #161 |
| 1960 | 2,448 | #166 |
| 1961 | 2,032 | #188 |
Middle Name Ideas
- Jan Rose
- Jan Claire
- Jan June
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does Jan mean?
Jan is commonly linked to the meaning God is gracious and is associated with Slovak roots.
Is Jan a popular baby name in the U.S.?
Jan is not in the U.S. SSA top 1,000 for 2024 girls..