Janus Name Origin
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Roman (Latin) 50%
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Dutch (Germanic) 30%
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Brazilian (Portuguese) 20%
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Name Details
- First Name: Janus
- Last Name: N/A
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Male
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Name Origin
The name Janus originates from Roman mythology, where Janus is the god of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, doorways, passages, and endings. The name is associated with the Roman god Janus, who is depicted with two faces, symbolizing duality and transitions. It is used as a given name primarily in Western cultures, especially in Italy, the Netherlands, and Portuguese-speaking countries.
Name Trends
This chart shows how many babies were given the name Janus each year, based on data from the U.S. Government's Social Security Administration (SSA).