UK girl's name
Janaat
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "paradise" or "gardens".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2020. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Janaat is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Janaat popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2020 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5493, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2020, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2020 to 2020. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Janaat is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Janaat. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2021 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Janaat ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales in 2020, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2020, when 3 girls were registered as Janaat.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Janaat as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5493
2020
Births in 2020
3
Latest year
Peak year
2020
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Janaat mean?
The name Janaat is of Arabic origin, derived from the word "jannat," meaning "paradise" or "garden." It is a feminine name that gained popularity in the Islamic world during the medieval period.
In Arabic literature and poetry, the word "jannat" is often used as a metaphor for the divine gardens of paradise promised to the righteous believers in the Quran. The name Janaat, therefore, carries connotations of purity, beauty, and spiritual bliss.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Janaat can be found in the writings of the famous 12th-century Persian poet and philosopher, Rumi. In his poetic masterpiece, the Masnavi, Rumi makes reference to a character named Janaat, symbolizing the serene and transcendent qualities of the divine realm.
Throughout history, several notable figures have borne the name Janaat. One such figure was Janaat Khan (1638-1712), a prominent military leader and governor during the Mughal Empire in India. He was known for his bravery and strategic acumen in various military campaigns.
Another historical figure with the name Janaat was Janaat Begum (1765-1844), a Mughal princess and the wife of the last Mughal emperor, Bahadur Shah Zafar. She played a significant role in the administrative affairs of the Mughal court and was known for her patronage of the arts and literature.
In the realm of literature, Janaat Khatun (1853-1925) was a notable Bengali poet and writer. She was one of the pioneers of modern Bengali poetry and is celebrated for her contributions to the literary renaissance of Bengal during the 19th century.
Moving forward in time, Janaat Rahman (1920-1996) was a renowned Bangladeshi artist and writer. Her works, which included novels, short stories, and essays, explored themes of social justice, women's rights, and the struggles of the underprivileged.
Another notable figure bearing the name Janaat was Janaat Masuma (1905-1982), an Iranian scholar and educator. She played a pivotal role in promoting women's education and empowerment in Iran during the early 20th century.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Janaat by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Janaat was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5493 | 3 | 1 |
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FAQ
Janaat: questions and answers
How popular is the name Janaat in the UK right now?
In 2020, Janaat was ranked #5493 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Janaat most popular?
The peak year on record was 2020, with 3 babies registered as Janaat in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Janaat?
A feminine name of Arabic origin meaning "paradise" or "gardens".
How many people are called Janaat in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Janaat across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.