Janice Obregon

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janice Obregon — God is gracious
442K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janice Obregon 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 Obregon: Obregón or Obregon is a Spanish surname. It originates from the village of Obregón in modern-day Cantabria, Spain. Alejandro Obregón (1920-1992), Colombian painter, muralist, sculptor and engraver Alfonso Obregón (born 1972), former Ecuadorian football player Álvaro Obregón Salido (1880-1928), President of Mexico from 1920 to 1924 Álvaro Obregón Tapia (1916-1993), Governor of Sonora, Mexico (1955–1961), son of president Álvaro Obregón Salido Ana Obregón (born 1955), Spanish actress, celebrity and socialite Brandon Obregón (born 1996), Argentine professional footballer Edgardo Obregón (born 199. 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: Obregon

Spanish

Obregón or Obregon is a Spanish surname. It originates from the village of Obregón in modern-day Cantabria, Spain. Alejandro Obregón (1920-1992), Colombian painter, muralist, sculptor and engraver Alfonso Obregón (born 1972), former Ecuadorian football player Álvaro Obregón Salido (1880-1928), President of Mexico from 1920 to 1924 Álvaro Obregón Tapia (1916-1993), Governor of Sonora, Mexico (1955–1961), son of president Álvaro Obregón Salido Ana Obregón (born 1955), Spanish actress, celebrity and socialite Brandon Obregón (born 1996), Argentine professional footballer Edgardo Obregón (born 199.

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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 Obregon

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 Obregon:

1
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

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 Obregon?
The surname Obregon originates from Spanish. Obregón or Obregon is a Spanish surname. It originates from the village of Obregón in modern-day Cantabria, Spain. Alejandro Obregón (1920-1992), Colombian painter, muralist, sculptor and engraver Alfonso Obregón (born 1972), former Ecuadorian football player Álvaro Obregón Salido (1880-1928), President of Mexico from 1920 to 1924 Álvaro Obregón Tapia (1916-1993), Governor of Sonora, Mexico (1955–1961), son of president Álvaro Obregón Salido Ana Obregón (born 1955), Spanish actress, celebrity and socialite Brandon Obregón (born 1996), Argentine professional footballer Edgardo Obregón (born 199.
What are the origins of the name Janice Obregon?
The name Janice Obregon combines two different traditions: the first name Janice has Hebrew roots, while the surname Obregon originates from Spanish.
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