Janice Bork

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janice Bork — God is gracious
442K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janice Bork 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 Bork: Detlev Bork (born 1967), German classical and flamenco guitarist Erik Bork, American screenwriter and producer Frank Bork (born 1940), American baseball pitcher George Bork (born 1942), American football player Kennard Baker Bork (born 1940), American geologist Max Bork (1899–1973), Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II Peer Bork (1963–2026), German bioinformatician Robert Bork (1927–2012), American legal scholar and rejected Supreme Court nominee 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: Bork

English

Detlev Bork (born 1967), German classical and flamenco guitarist Erik Bork, American screenwriter and producer Frank Bork (born 1940), American baseball pitcher George Bork (born 1942), American football player Kennard Baker Bork (born 1940), American geologist Max Bork (1899–1973), Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II Peer Bork (1963–2026), German bioinformatician Robert Bork (1927–2012), American legal scholar and rejected Supreme Court nominee

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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 Bork

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 Bork:

7
Expression Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

3
Soul Urge Number

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

22
Personality Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale 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 Bork?
The surname Bork originates from English. Detlev Bork (born 1967), German classical and flamenco guitarist Erik Bork, American screenwriter and producer Frank Bork (born 1940), American baseball pitcher George Bork (born 1942), American football player Kennard Baker Bork (born 1940), American geologist Max Bork (1899–1973), Generalleutnant in the Wehrmacht during World War II Peer Bork (1963–2026), German bioinformatician Robert Bork (1927–2012), American legal scholar and rejected Supreme Court nominee
What are the origins of the name Janice Bork?
The name Janice Bork combines two different traditions: the first name Janice has Hebrew roots, while the surname Bork originates from English.
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