Jani is a boy name of Roman Mythology origin meaning “God of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, and endings. (variant of Janus)”. It's a unique and uncommon choice for parents seeking something distinctive. With 2 syllables, it's short and easy to say.
YAH-nee
Phonetic spelling
This name ranks in the top 90% of popular names.
* Popularity data based on national birth records and trends
Other Roman Mythology names you might love
“God of the forest, fields, and fertility”
“God of beginnings, gates, transitions, time, duality, and endings.”
“From the Julian clan, associated with the goddess Jupiter. Julius Caesar was a pivotal figure in Roman history.”
“God of war; represents strength and courage.”
“God of wine, revelry, and fertility”
“From the Julian clan, associated with the goddess Jupiter. Julius Caesar was a pivotal figure in Roman history. (variant of Julius)”
“God of war; represents strength and courage. (variant of Mars)”
“God of wine, revelry, and fertility (variant of Bacchus)”