Feminine dossier · first seen 1951
January
Endangered
Down 96.5% from peak
Peak era
1978
Peak births
257
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen X
Quick answers about January
How many people are named January?
An estimated 2,042 living Americans are named January.
How rare is January?
January is very rare among babies today, with 9 girls receiving the name in 2025, down 96.5% from its 1978 peak.
How old is the typical January?
The median age of a living American named January is approximately 46 years, with most bearers falling between 33 and 49 years old.
Is January still popular?
No. January is endangered as a baby name, down 96.5% from its 1978 peak with 9 births in 2025.
1951Peak 19782025
Peak year
1978
Decline from peak
96.5%
2025
9
All-time
2,170