Janek is a Polish masculine given name of Slavic origin. It is derived from the Slavic element "jan" which means "to praise" or "gracious". The name Janek is a diminutive form of the name Jan, which was popular in Poland due to its association with Saint Jan (John) of Nepomuk, a 14th-century Czech martyr.
The name Janek has been used in Poland for centuries and has become a traditional choice for boys. It was particularly common during the 20th century, but its popularity has waned somewhat in recent years. Despite this, Janek remains a familiar and well-loved name in Poland.
In other Slavic countries, such as the Czech Republic and Slovakia, similar forms of the name are used, such as Janček (Czech) and Janko (Slovak). These names also derive from the element "jan" and share its meaning.
Overall, Janek is a classic Polish boys' name with a long history and a meaningful origin. It is a name that is strongly associated with Polish culture and heritage.
The statistics provided show the yearly birth occurrences of the name Janek in the United States from 2009 to 2022. Here's a breakdown of the data:
* In 2009, there were 6 babies named Janek.
* There was a slight dip in popularity between 2009 and 2013, with only 5 newborns being given the name Janek that year.
* The trend continued with another 5 babies named Janek in 2015.
* After 2015, there was a small resurgence in the name's popularity, with 6 births in 2019.
* Most recently, in 2022, there were 7 newborns named Janek.
In total, over this period from 2009 to 2022, there have been 29 babies named Janek born in the United States. This data illustrates a generally consistent, albeit not exceptionally high, popularity of the name Janek during these years.