Jannik

Jannik is a masculine given name used primarily in Denmark and German-speaking countries. It is the Danish and German form of Johannes, which in turn comes from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning “Yahweh is gracious.” As a result, Jannik shares the same concordant origin as John and related forms used in Christian naming traditions.

In Danish and German contexts, Jannik is pronounced with two syllables, roughly YAH-nik, and is typically treated as a first name rather than a surname. The name has seen varying levels of popularity over time, with peaks in different decades depending on country and cultural trends. It is one of several language-specific variants of Johannes that have remained in regular use.

Variants and cognates of Jannik include Janik, Yannick, and Johan/Johannes. These forms reflect the same root while differing in regional spelling and pronunciation conventions. The name’s spread reflects broader European patterns of adopting Biblical given names in local forms.

Cultural and onomastic notes indicate that Jannik is a recognized given name in public life, particularly in Denmark and northern Germany, where it has appeared across generations. While no single prominent figure defines the name’s identity, it remains in use in contemporary naming practices and appears in records, literature, and media associated with European contexts.