Janiel, of Latin origin, is a unique and elegant unisex given name derived from the male name John. It means 'God is gracious' and carries a soft, melodic sound that makes it both distinctive and approachable. While it may be less common than its namesake, Janiel brings a refreshing touch to the classic name tradition.
The name Janiel experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years with a total of 207 births recorded between 1940 and 2013. There were notable spikes in popularity in the late 1970s and early 1980s, with a peak of 15 births in 1985. However, it appears that Janiel has not been as commonly chosen in recent years, with only 6 births recorded in 2013.