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Janaina
OriginForm of Yemoja, Yoruba
Meaning"mother of fish"
GenderGirl
NB Rank#6623
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The name Janaina peaked for girls at #16524 in 2002.
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- Janaina is a name with African/Yoruba origins
a variant of Yemonja ("Iemanjá" in portuguese). Yemonja is an orisha, a patron spirit, of the oceans and rivers, the protector of women, children, fisherman and shipwreck survivors. She is often depicted as a mermaid, and is associated with the moon, waters, motherhood, love, and healing.
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