NAME PROFILE
Zakir
A modern variation likely derived from the Hebrew name Jane, meaning 'God is gracious,' blended with melodic suffixes. It represents a person with a creative spirit and a natural charm that draws others toward them.
Key Stats
| Total births | 612 |
| Gender | Male (7% / 93%) |
| Peak year | 2012 |
| Peak generation | Gen Z |
| First recorded | 2008 |
| Most recent | 2017 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | African-American |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
PA — 71%CA — 14%NY — 14%AK — 0%ND — 0%
Notable People
Janiyla Smith (High School Basketball Standout) · Janiyla Davis (Digital Content Creator) · Janiyla Moore (Vocal Artist) · Janiyla Richardson (Academic Achievement Awardee) · Janiyla Thomas (Regional Track Champion)
Nicknames & Diminutives
JaniNylaNilaLala
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