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Janaki
Pronounced juh-NAH-kee /dʒəˈnɑː.ki/Medium
Meaning: From the Sanskrit Janaki (Janaki), 'daughter of Janaka' — a name of the goddess Sita, daughter of King Janaka in the Ramayana. A devotional heritage name, noted here respectfully.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
From the Sanskrit Janaki, 'daughter of Janaka', a name of the goddess Sita in the Ramayana. Long cherished across South Asia, it is a devotional heritage name, noted here with respect. A flowing, three-beat pick (said 'juh-NAH-kee').
In the U.S. it appears only rarely for girls, most often in Indian-heritage families. Rare, graceful, and rooted.
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What does the name Janaki mean?
Janaki is Sanskrit for 'daughter of Janaka' — a name of the goddess Sita, daughter of King Janaka in the Ramayana.
How do you pronounce Janaki?
It's said juh-NAH-kee /dʒəˈnɑː.ki/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Janaki a boy or girl name?
Janaki is used as a girl's name.
How popular is Janaki?
Janaki is a rare name for girls in the U.S.