Feminine dossier · first seen 1917
Janella
Stable Decline
Gradual decline from 1971
Peak era
1971
Peak births
58
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen X
Quick answers about Janella
How many people are named Janella?
An estimated 1,586 living Americans are named Janella.
How rare is Janella?
Janella is very rare among babies today, with 11 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 81% from its 1971 peak.
How old is the typical Janella?
The median age of a living American named Janella is approximately 44 years, with most bearers falling between 23 and 55 years old.
Is Janella still popular?
Not especially. Janella has been declining since its 1971 peak and registered 11 births in 2025.
1917Peak 19712025
Peak year
1971
Decline from peak
81%
2025
11
All-time
1,968