What origin is the name Jānis?

Jānis comes from Baltic naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good sister names for Jānis?

Names from the same baltic tradition pair naturally with Jānis — for example Airika, Aide, Lille. You can browse more on our baltic names page.

Jānis

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Jānis

Jānis

Boy

Baltic

2 syllables

Jānis is a Baltic boy's name meaning "Derived from a word meaning God is gracious.".

With Baltic roots, Jānis is a boy name that means "Derived from a word meaning God is gracious.". It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Baltic
Gender: Boy
Syllables: 2

Last updated 24 October 2026.

Meaning

Derived from a word meaning God is gracious.

Popularity

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What does Jānis mean?

Jānis is a boy name of Baltic origin meaning "Derived from a word meaning God is gracious.".

How popular is Jānis?

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Sister names that go with Jānis

Airika Aide Lille Malda Lilita Enely

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Name numerology

1is the Chaldean number for Jānis.

Number 1 is linked with leadership, independence and new beginnings.

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Names with a similar meaning to Jānis

Jānis means "Derived from a word meaning God is gracious." — these names share that spirit.

Jacob — "A Marathi transliteration of the name Jacob, meaning one who follows or is protected by God." (Hebrew)
William — "A name of Germanic origin meaning resolute protector or strong-willed warrior, used by Indian Christians." (German)
Alexander — "A Greek name meaning defender of men, popular among the Telugu Christian community." (Greek)
Daniel — "A common Christian name in Tamil Nadu meaning God is my judge, originating from Hebrew." (Hebrew)
Andrew — "A name of Greek origin meaning manly and brave, commonly found in Telugu Christian households." (Greek)
David — "A popular biblical name meaning beloved, referring to the famous king and psalmist of Israel." (Hebrew)
Victoria — "A name of Latin origin commonly used in India, meaning victory and triumphant success." (Latin)
John — "God is gracious, a name widely used for apostles and saints in the Christian tradition." (Hebrew)