UK boy's name
Jannik
A masculine name of German origin derived from the name Johannes.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2021. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jannik is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Jannik popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2021 in this profile. In that release it ranked #3990, with 4 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2021, with 4 births.
This profile covers 4 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2021 to 2021. 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.
Jannik is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 4 living people in the UK are called Jannik. 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 2022 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jannik ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales in 2021, with 4 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2021, when 4 boys were registered as Jannik.
- • About 4 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jannik as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#3990
2021
Births in 2021
4
Latest year
Peak year
2021
4 births
Estimated living
4
2026
Meaning
What does Jannik mean?
The name Jannik is a Danish variant of the German name Jannik or Janik, which in turn is derived from the name Johannes. Johannes is the Latin form of the Greek name Ioannes, which means "Yahweh is gracious" or "God is gracious." The name has its origins in ancient Hebrew and has been widely used across various cultures and religions.
The earliest recorded use of the name Jannik can be traced back to the medieval period in Denmark and Germany. During this time, the name was primarily associated with individuals of German or Scandinavian descent, particularly in regions with strong ties to the Christian faith.
One of the earliest known historical references to the name Jannik can be found in Danish and German church records dating back to the 13th and 14th centuries. These records often listed individuals with variations of the name, such as Jannik, Jannick, or Janik, suggesting its widespread use among the local population.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jannik. One of the earliest recorded figures was Jannik von Schönau (c. 1220-1288), a German Cistercian nun and mystic known for her visions and writings on spiritual matters. Another historical figure was Jannik Vesterholt (c. 1500-1564), a Danish merchant and diplomat who played a significant role in establishing trade relations between Denmark and the Netherlands.
In the realm of literature, Jannik Svensson (1904-1985) was a Swedish author and poet renowned for his works exploring themes of nature and rural life in Sweden. His most famous work, "The Shepherd's Song," published in 1944, is considered a classic of Swedish literature.
In the modern era, Jannik Hansen (born 1985) is a former professional ice hockey player from Denmark who played in the National Hockey League (NHL) for teams such as the Vancouver Canucks and San Jose Sharks. He represented Denmark in several international ice hockey competitions, including the Olympics and World Championships.
Another notable figure is Jannik Vestergaard (born 1993), a Danish professional footballer who currently plays as a defender for German club Bayer Leverkusen and the Danish national team. He has participated in major international tournaments, including the UEFA European Championship and the FIFA World Cup.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Jannik by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jannik 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 | #3990 | 4 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Jannik
- Jack 188,738
- Joshua 145,192
- James 141,878
- Joseph 102,259
- Jacob 93,754
- Jake 66,896
- Jamie 41,243
- Jordan 36,750
- Jayden 28,921
- Jude 24,156
- John 22,240
- Joe 19,164
FAQ
Jannik: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jannik in the UK right now?
In 2021, Jannik was ranked #3990 for boys in England and Wales, with 4 births registered.
When was Jannik most popular?
The peak year on record was 2021, with 4 babies registered as Jannik in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jannik?
A masculine name of German origin derived from the name Johannes.
How many people are called Jannik in the UK?
A total of 4 babies have been registered as Jannik 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.