Janusz
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Janusz is a boy’s name of Polish origin, meaning “Polish form of John, meaning 'God is gracious' or 'Yahweh is gracious.' A biblical name.”, and peaked in popularity in 1994.
What Janusz Means
“Polish form of John, meaning 'God is gracious' or 'Yahweh is gracious.' A biblical name.”
The Story of Janusz
A strong, familiar name across Poland, carrying the blessing of divine grace for your son.
Janusz is the traditional Polish form of the name John, which has deep biblical roots in Hebrew. It directly translates to 'Yahweh is gracious' or 'God is gracious.' This name has been a steadfast presence in Polish culture for centuries.
You envision your son, Janusz, as a steadfast and loyal individual. His kindness will be a comforting presence, and his reliability a source of strength for all who know him. He will embody a grounded, gracious spirit.
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Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
Famous Namesakes
Janusz Korczak
Polish-Jewish pediatrician, children's author and pedagogue.
Janusz Głowacki
Polish playwright and screenwriter.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1994
Total Births
5
First Recorded
1994
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