Meaning & Origin
A diminutive of the female given name Jane.
Janie is a girl's and boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, a diminutive of Jane, itself a feminine form of John, from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious.' It has been used as a standalone name in English since the Victorian era.
Janie has a folksy, warm-hearted charm — the name of someone who makes everyone feel welcome. Popularized in songs from "Janie's Got a Gun" to "Janie, I Love You," it sits at the intersection of country warmth and gentle nostalgia.