Janice Barney

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janice Barney — God is gracious
442K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janice Barney is a name that combines Hebrew origins. The first name Janice is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin. Janice is a modern feminine given name, an extended version of Jane, an English feminine form of John which is itself derived from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning ('Graced by god') or Yehohanan ('God is gracious'). The name Janice was first used by American author Paul Leicester Ford for the heroine of the 1899 novel Janice Meredith. Janice Meredith was a 1924 silent film based on the novel by Ford and the 1900 stage play A Colonial Girl. Janis is a spelling variant. The surname Barney: Albert B. Barney (1835–1910), American politician Albert W. Barney Jr. (1920–2010), American lawyer and Chief Justice of the Vermont Supreme Court Alice Pike Barney (1857–1931), American painter Bob Barney (born 1932), professor and Olympic scholar Charles D. Barney (1844–1945), American stockbroker, founder of Charles D. Barney & Co Darwin Barney (born 1985), American baseball player Dave Barney (born 1932), American educator and swimming coach George Barney (1792–1862), Royal Engineers officer and Lieutenant Governor of the Colony of North Australia Gerald O. Janice is a well-known first name, carried by approximately 442K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Janice reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Janice

Meaning: God is gracious

Hebrew

Janice is a modern feminine given name, an extended version of Jane, an English feminine form of John which is itself derived from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning ('Graced by god') or Yehohanan ('God is gracious'). The name Janice was first used by American author Paul Leicester Ford for the heroine of the 1899 novel Janice Meredith. Janice Meredith was a 1924 silent film based on the novel by Ford and the 1900 stage play A Colonial Girl. Janis is a spelling variant.

Surname: Barney

English

Albert B. Barney (1835–1910), American politician Albert W. Barney Jr. (1920–2010), American lawyer and Chief Justice of the Vermont Supreme Court Alice Pike Barney (1857–1931), American painter Bob Barney (born 1932), professor and Olympic scholar Charles D. Barney (1844–1945), American stockbroker, founder of Charles D. Barney & Co Darwin Barney (born 1985), American baseball player Dave Barney (born 1932), American educator and swimming coach George Barney (1792–1862), Royal Engineers officer and Lieutenant Governor of the Colony of North Australia Gerald O.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Janice is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Janice by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
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Notable People Named Janice Barney

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Janice Barney:

8
Expression Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

5
Personality Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Janice?
The first name Janice originates from Hebrew. Janice is a modern feminine given name, an extended version of Jane, an English feminine form of John which is itself derived from the Hebrew Yohanan, meaning ('Graced by god') or Yehohanan ('God is gracious'). The name Janice was first used by American author Paul Leicester Ford for the heroine of the 1899 novel Janice Meredith. Janice Meredith was a 1924 silent film based on the novel by Ford and the 1900 stage play A Colonial Girl. Janis is a spelling variant.
When was Janice most popular?
The name Janice reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Barney?
The surname Barney originates from English. Albert B. Barney (1835–1910), American politician Albert W. Barney Jr. (1920–2010), American lawyer and Chief Justice of the Vermont Supreme Court Alice Pike Barney (1857–1931), American painter Bob Barney (born 1932), professor and Olympic scholar Charles D. Barney (1844–1945), American stockbroker, founder of Charles D. Barney & Co Darwin Barney (born 1985), American baseball player Dave Barney (born 1932), American educator and swimming coach George Barney (1792–1862), Royal Engineers officer and Lieutenant Governor of the Colony of North Australia Gerald O.
What are the origins of the name Janice Barney?
The name Janice Barney combines two different traditions: the first name Janice has Hebrew roots, while the surname Barney originates from English.
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