Janis Sims

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Janis Sims — French
53K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Janis Sims is a name that combines French origins. The first name Janis is a feminine given name of French origin. Janis is a given name. Notable people with the name include: Jānis Akuraters (1876–1937), Latvian writer Janis Amatuzio (born 1950), American forensic pathologist Jānis Andriksons (1912–1967), Latvian speed skater Janis Antiste (born 2002), French footballer Janis Antonovics (born 1942), Latvian-British-American biologist Janis Babson (1950–1961), Canadian cancer victim Janis Birkeland (born 1945), American architect and planner Janis Blaswich (born 1991), German footballer Janis Brenner, American dance artist, choreographer, and singer Janis Bubenko (1935–2022), Swedish computer scientist Jan. The surname Sims: Ezra Sims (1928–2015), American composer Howard "Sandman" Sims (1917–2003), American vaudeville dancer Hylda Sims (1932–2020), English folk musician Jamal Sims, American choreographer and director Kym Sims (born 1966), American singer Matthew Simms, English guitarist Natalie Sims (born 1984), American recording artist and songwriter Ray Sims (1921–2000), American trombonist Simmie Sims III (Buddy) (born 1993), American rapper, singer, dancer, and actor Zoot Sims (1925–1985), American saxophonist Chloe Sims (born 1981), English television personality David Sims (director) (born 1948), New Zeala. Janis is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 53K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Janis reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Janis

French

Janis is a given name. Notable people with the name include: Jānis Akuraters (1876–1937), Latvian writer Janis Amatuzio (born 1950), American forensic pathologist Jānis Andriksons (1912–1967), Latvian speed skater Janis Antiste (born 2002), French footballer Janis Antonovics (born 1942), Latvian-British-American biologist Janis Babson (1950–1961), Canadian cancer victim Janis Birkeland (born 1945), American architect and planner Janis Blaswich (born 1991), German footballer Janis Brenner, American dance artist, choreographer, and singer Janis Bubenko (1935–2022), Swedish computer scientist Jan.

Surname: Sims

English

Ezra Sims (1928–2015), American composer Howard "Sandman" Sims (1917–2003), American vaudeville dancer Hylda Sims (1932–2020), English folk musician Jamal Sims, American choreographer and director Kym Sims (born 1966), American singer Matthew Simms, English guitarist Natalie Sims (born 1984), American recording artist and songwriter Ray Sims (1921–2000), American trombonist Simmie Sims III (Buddy) (born 1993), American rapper, singer, dancer, and actor Zoot Sims (1925–1985), American saxophonist Chloe Sims (born 1981), English television personality David Sims (director) (born 1948), New Zeala.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Janis is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 50%
United Kingdom 28%
Australia 13%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Janis by decade, based on birth registration data:

1900s
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Notable People Named Janis Sims

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 Janis Sims:

5
Expression Number

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

1
Soul Urge Number

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

4
Personality Number

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

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 Janis?
The first name Janis originates from French. Janis is a given name. Notable people with the name include: Jānis Akuraters (1876–1937), Latvian writer Janis Amatuzio (born 1950), American forensic pathologist Jānis Andriksons (1912–1967), Latvian speed skater Janis Antiste (born 2002), French footballer Janis Antonovics (born 1942), Latvian-British-American biologist Janis Babson (1950–1961), Canadian cancer victim Janis Birkeland (born 1945), American architect and planner Janis Blaswich (born 1991), German footballer Janis Brenner, American dance artist, choreographer, and singer Janis Bubenko (1935–2022), Swedish computer scientist Jan.
When was Janis most popular?
The name Janis reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Sims?
The surname Sims originates from English. Ezra Sims (1928–2015), American composer Howard "Sandman" Sims (1917–2003), American vaudeville dancer Hylda Sims (1932–2020), English folk musician Jamal Sims, American choreographer and director Kym Sims (born 1966), American singer Matthew Simms, English guitarist Natalie Sims (born 1984), American recording artist and songwriter Ray Sims (1921–2000), American trombonist Simmie Sims III (Buddy) (born 1993), American rapper, singer, dancer, and actor Zoot Sims (1925–1985), American saxophonist Chloe Sims (born 1981), English television personality David Sims (director) (born 1948), New Zeala.
What are the origins of the name Janis Sims?
The name Janis Sims combines two different traditions: the first name Janis has French roots, while the surname Sims originates from English.
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