Janice Baughman

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janice Baughman — God is gracious
442K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janice Baughman 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 Baughman: Deiton Baughman (born 1996), American tennis player Elise Baughman, American voice actress George F. Baughman (1915–2004), American university president and United States Naval Reserve officer J. Ross Baughman, American Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist James L. Baughman (1952–2016), American journalism professor John Baughman (1941–2000), American murderer and suspected serial killer Justin Baughman (born 1974), American baseball player Mary Baughman (1874–1956), American physician, medical college professor Milo Baughman (1923–2003), American furniture designer R. 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: Baughman

English

Deiton Baughman (born 1996), American tennis player Elise Baughman, American voice actress George F. Baughman (1915–2004), American university president and United States Naval Reserve officer J. Ross Baughman, American Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist James L. Baughman (1952–2016), American journalism professor John Baughman (1941–2000), American murderer and suspected serial killer Justin Baughman (born 1974), American baseball player Mary Baughman (1874–1956), American physician, medical college professor Milo Baughman (1923–2003), American furniture designer R.

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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:

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Notable People Named Janice Baughman

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 Baughman:

1
Expression Number

Leadership and independence. This number suggests a self-reliant, ambitious and pioneering personality that forges its own path.

2
Soul Urge Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

8
Personality Number

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

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 Baughman?
The surname Baughman originates from English. Deiton Baughman (born 1996), American tennis player Elise Baughman, American voice actress George F. Baughman (1915–2004), American university president and United States Naval Reserve officer J. Ross Baughman, American Pulitzer Prize winning photojournalist James L. Baughman (1952–2016), American journalism professor John Baughman (1941–2000), American murderer and suspected serial killer Justin Baughman (born 1974), American baseball player Mary Baughman (1874–1956), American physician, medical college professor Milo Baughman (1923–2003), American furniture designer R.
What are the origins of the name Janice Baughman?
The name Janice Baughman combines two different traditions: the first name Janice has Hebrew roots, while the surname Baughman originates from English.
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