Janak
Meaning of Janak
Janak is a male name with its origins in Hindi. In Hindi, Janak is pronounced as juh-NAHK (/dʒuˈnɑk/). This name may also have variations such as Janaki. Although the name Janak is not very common in the United States, it has been given to a small number of newborns over the years. For instance, in 2002, there were 5 occurrences of the name Janak, ranking at 10,667. Similarly, in 1998 and 1991, there were also 5 occurrences of this name with rankings of 9,631 and 8,236 respectively. While not widely used in America, Janak carries a unique charm and cultural significance that can make it an appealing choice for parents looking for something distinctive for their baby boy.
Pronunciation
Hindi
- Pronunced as juh-NAHK (/dʒuˈnɑk/)
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Notable People Named Janak
| Lokupathirage Janak Premalal, also known as Janak Premalal, is a highly versatile actor in Sri Lankan cinema, stage drama, and television, with a prolific career spanning over 200 television serials. |
| Janak Palta McGilligan is an Indian social worker and Padma Shri recipient known for her work in sustainable community development and as the founder-director of the Jimmy McGilligan Centre. |
| Janak Joshi is an American politician who served as a representative in the Colorado House of Representatives from 2011 to 2017. |
| Janak Kumari Chalise is a Nepalese politician from Lalitpur district and a member of the Central Committee of Communist Party of Nepal (Marxist-Leninist) as well as the All Nepal Progressive Women’s Association. |
