Janice Redfern

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janice Redfern — God is gracious
442K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janice Redfern 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 Redfern: Redfern is a surname with links to the English county of Lancashire. Variations of the surname include: Redferne, Redfearn, Reedfern, Readfern, Reddfern, Redfinn, Redfyn, Le Redefern and De Redeven The Sydney suburb Redfern is named after William Redfern a doctor who was eventually granted land rights in the area after being pardoned for his participation in The 1797 Spithead and Nore mutinies Alastair Redfern (born 1948), English bishop Anthea Redfern (born 1948), British television host Arthur E. Redfern (1885–1917), American jockey Charles E. 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: Redfern

English

Redfern is a surname with links to the English county of Lancashire. Variations of the surname include: Redferne, Redfearn, Reedfern, Readfern, Reddfern, Redfinn, Redfyn, Le Redefern and De Redeven The Sydney suburb Redfern is named after William Redfern a doctor who was eventually granted land rights in the area after being pardoned for his participation in The 1797 Spithead and Nore mutinies Alastair Redfern (born 1948), English bishop Anthea Redfern (born 1948), British television host Arthur E. Redfern (1885–1917), American jockey Charles E.

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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 Redfern

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 Redfern:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

7
Soul Urge Number

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

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

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 Redfern?
The surname Redfern originates from English. Redfern is a surname with links to the English county of Lancashire. Variations of the surname include: Redferne, Redfearn, Reedfern, Readfern, Reddfern, Redfinn, Redfyn, Le Redefern and De Redeven The Sydney suburb Redfern is named after William Redfern a doctor who was eventually granted land rights in the area after being pardoned for his participation in The 1797 Spithead and Nore mutinies Alastair Redfern (born 1948), English bishop Anthea Redfern (born 1948), British television host Arthur E. Redfern (1885–1917), American jockey Charles E.
What are the origins of the name Janice Redfern?
The name Janice Redfern combines two different traditions: the first name Janice has Hebrew roots, while the surname Redfern originates from English.
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