Janelle: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced juh-NEL · 2 syllables
From Jane + -elle, q.v. Doublet of Ivanka, Jan, Janet, Janey, Janine, Jeanette, Jeanie, Jeannette, Jeannine, Jen, Jenna, Jenny, Jessie, Jo, Jody, Juanita, Shanae, Sinead, and Vanna.
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- juh-NEL
- US rank (2025)
- #799
- US babies a year
- about 401 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 1980
How popular is Janelle?
Janelle was the #799 name in the US in 2025, given to 340 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 46% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1980.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #799 |
| Ireland | #846 |
| France | #811 |
| Canada | #493 |
How old are people named Janelle?
Half of US adults named Janelle are older than 42; most are between 20 and 71. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Janelle
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
- Annmarie
- Noemi
- Adrianne
- April
- Jolene
- Star
- Marlena
- Jocelyn
- Rima
- Leann
- Heidi
- Vanessa
- Heather
- Tamara
- Michelle
- Julianne
Questions about Janelle
How do you pronounce Janelle?
Janelle is pronounced juh-NEL.
How popular is the name Janelle?
Janelle was the #799 name in the US in 2025, given to 340 babies. It’s used less than it was: down 46% on 2011–2015. It peaked around 1980.
How old are people named Janelle?
Half of US adults named Janelle are older than 42. Most are between 20 and 71.