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Janalee

♀ Girl

Pronounced JAN-uh-lee /ˈdʒæn.ə.li/Medium

Meaning: Janalee blends Jana (a form of Jane, from the Hebrew for 'God is gracious') with the sweet -lee ending, in the style of Annalee. A modern, melodic combination name.Low

In 30 seconds: A gentle blend name: Janalee joins Jana ('God is gracious') with -lee (said 'JAN-uh-lee'). Soft and modern.
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Origin LowEnglish
MeaningJanalee blends Jana (a form of Jane, from the Hebrew for 'God is gracious') with the sweet -lee ending, in the style of Annalee. A modern, melodic combination name.
U.S. rank (2024)#12657 ↘ Falling
2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1962
Total births (all-time)≈ 1,033

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 196219342024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

As a girl's name, Janalee is a modern American blend, joining Jana (from Jane, 'God is gracious') with the affectionate -lee suffix. It sits with names like Annalee and Karalee. A soft, three-beat pick (said 'JAN-uh-lee').

It appears only rarely for girls in the U.S. Rare, gentle, and blended.

Did you know? Janalee pairs Jana — a form of Jane, 'God is gracious' — with the tender -lee ending, much like Annalee or Karalee. A sweet, coined combination, said 'JAN-uh-lee'.
Overall data confidence 44%
References — Janalee — Jana ('God is gracious') + -lee blend

Variations

JanaleeJanaleighJannalee

Nicknames

JanaLee

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If you like Janalee…

Annalee— a like -lee blend name
Jana— the Jane form inside Janalee
Janelle— a like Jane-based choice
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Destinee— lands in the same popularity range

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Janalee mean?

Janalee blends Jana (a form of Jane, 'God is gracious') with the -lee ending — a sweet, coined name.

How do you pronounce Janalee?

It's said JAN-uh-lee /ˈdʒæn.ə.li/ — three syllables, stress on the first.

Is Janalee a boy or girl name?

Janalee is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Janalee?

Janalee is a rare name for girls in the U.S.

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