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Name Origin

Janie is a diminutive of the name Jane, which has Hebrew origins and means 'God is gracious.'

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Famous People

Janie Fricke (1946-)

Country music singer

  • Multiple Country Music Association Awards
  • Academy of Country Music Awards
  • Known for hits like 'He's a Heartache', 'Don't Worry 'Bout Me Baby'
  • Successful career spanning several decades