Jannek
Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Jannek
The given name 'Jannek' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan' or 'Yanay', meaning 'God is gracious' or 'God has been gracious', with its linguistic root in the Semitic languages.
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Etymology
The given name 'Jannek' is derived from the Hebrew name 'Yochanan' or 'Yanay', meaning 'God is gracious' or 'God has been gracious', with its linguistic root in the Semitic languages. The name 'Jannek' is primarily used in Germanic cultures, particularly in Scandinavian countries, and has historical connections to the biblical figure John the Baptist, who was also known as Yochanan in Hebrew.
Jannek currently ranks #1,189 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 2017.
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