girl name
Jane
Gender
Girl
Popularity
#221 · U.S. girls (2025)
Popularity of Jane in the US, 1880–2025
Jane first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1947, when 9,943 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,380.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Frequently asked questions
Is Jane a boy or a girl name?
Jane is most commonly used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Jane?
In 2025, Jane ranked #221 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Jane most popular?
Jane was most popular in 1947, when about 9,943 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.