Janice Saxton

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janice Saxton — God is gracious
442K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janice Saxton 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 Saxton: Saxton Nuclear Generating Station Camp Saxton Site, Port Royal, South Carolina, USA Saxton, North Yorkshire, England, UK Saxton, New Zealand, a suburb of Nelson Saxton River, a river in Marlborough Region, South island, New Zealand Surname Alexander Saxton (1919–2012), American historian and novelist Christopher Saxton (c. 1540–c. 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: Saxton

English

Saxton Nuclear Generating Station Camp Saxton Site, Port Royal, South Carolina, USA Saxton, North Yorkshire, England, UK Saxton, New Zealand, a suburb of Nelson Saxton River, a river in Marlborough Region, South island, New Zealand Surname Alexander Saxton (1919–2012), American historian and novelist Christopher Saxton (c. 1540–c.

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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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Numerology

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

9
Expression Number

Compassion and humanitarianism. A generous, idealistic nature with a sincere desire to improve the world.

22
Soul Urge Number

Master Builder (Master Number 22). Combines grand vision with the practical ability to achieve lasting, large-scale goals.

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 Saxton?
The surname Saxton originates from English. Saxton Nuclear Generating Station Camp Saxton Site, Port Royal, South Carolina, USA Saxton, North Yorkshire, England, UK Saxton, New Zealand, a suburb of Nelson Saxton River, a river in Marlborough Region, South island, New Zealand Surname Alexander Saxton (1919–2012), American historian and novelist Christopher Saxton (c. 1540–c.
What are the origins of the name Janice Saxton?
The name Janice Saxton combines two different traditions: the first name Janice has Hebrew roots, while the surname Saxton originates from English.
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