Jannike

Jannike is a Scandinavian feminine name, primarily used in Norway and Sweden, that developed as a diminutive form of Johanna, itself the feminine equivalent of Johannes. Johannes derives from the Latin form of the Greek Ioannes, which traces back to the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning God is gracious. The name reflects the widespread medieval popularity of John-derived names across Europe, which gave rise to numerous regional pet forms and diminutives throughout Scandinavia. Related forms include Jannika, Janika, and the broader family of names such as Jana, Hanna, and Johanna.