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Jannis

📊 Statistics: 🇩🇪 Germany · native version ↗
Boy 🎂 Name day: June 24 🏆 #233 all-time ♾️ timeless 👥 Generation Alpha
📊 916 babies named Jannis in Germany (city panel) since 2010, peaking in the 2010s. Recorded from 2010 to 2025.
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🎂 Name day for Jannis

June 24

Why this day? Jannis is a form of Johannes, and shares its name day.

🌍 Jannis is celebrated Germany on June 24.

📖 The story of the name Jannis

The name Jannis sounds like a cheerful, modern variant of the classic Johannes, which has its roots deeply embedded in biblical history. It is closely linked to the veneration of a specific saint, giving it a spiritual yet lightweight touch. Due to its phonetic similarity to international variants, it feels both familiar and fresh. This connection to the ancient Johannes provides the name with a solid foundation, while the short form makes it youthful and approachable.

✨ What is a Jannis like?

Jannis is the type who instantly lifts a group's spirits when the mood gets a bit gloomy – often with a smirk on his face. He may seem somewhat reserved at first glance, but deep down he has a strong urge to take matters into his own hands. His humor is often self-deprecating, which immediately wins him sympathy, even if he sometimes wants too much all at once. He is loyal, but also needs his quiet breaks to clear his head.

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❤️ Jannis in love

In love (playfully) In a relationship, Jannis is the partner who loves surprises and tolerates no boredom. He often shows affection through small, spontaneous gestures rather than grand, theatrical speeches. When he falls in love, he is faithful and committed, but can sometimes dwell a bit too much in his own thoughts. The key to his heart is patience paired with a touch of adventurousness, so that he never gets bored.

❓ Frequently asked questions about Jannis

Is Jannis an old or a new name?

It is a modern short form based on the ancient name Johannes.

When is Jannis celebrated?

The name day is June 24th.

Does the name have a religious meaning?

Yes, it is directly related to Johannes and thus to a saint.

🎭 Jannis's profile

⚡ Energy 7/10
😄 Humor 7/10
🦅 Independence 8/10
💧 Sensitivity 6/10
🎯 Ambition 6/10
⚓ Stability 4/10
🎨 Whimsy 8/10
🕊️ Diplomacy 6/10
🤝 Loyalty 6/10
🔆 Need for attention 5/10

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