Juanice

Juanice is a feminine name that appears to be a creative combination of 'Juan' (the Spanish form of John) and a feminine suffix 'ice.' With Hebrew origins through its connection to John, the name carries the meaning 'God is gracious.' Juanice emerged in American naming culture, particularly in the southern United States, during the mid-20th century. It reached modest popularity between the 1930s and 1950s but has since become quite uncommon. The name represents a cross-cultural blend, taking a traditionally Hispanic masculine name and adapting it with an English-sounding feminine ending. Juanice has a melodic quality with its three syllables and soft ending. Today, it carries a certain vintage charm that distinguishes it from more common names while still maintaining recognizable elements.

Pronounced joo-AN-iss.

As of October 2026, Juanice ranked #9006 in US births in 1978 SSA, peaked at #2090 in 1936.