Jane
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.
Is Jane popular?
Rising Jane has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 7,112 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 10,278 | |
| 2000s | 7,123 | |
| 1990s | 6,691 | |
| 1980s | 7,439 | |
| 1970s | 9,483 | |
| 1960s | 43,340 | |
| 1950s | 82,919 | |
| 1940s | 72,537 | |
| 1930s | 45,814 | |
| 1920s | 48,049 | |
| 1910s | 27,740 | |
| 1900s | 4,498 | |
| 1890s | 3,882 | |
| 1880s | 2,971 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Jane mean?
The common English feminine of John, from Old French Jehanne, ultimately from Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' A John-root grace name, distinct from the Hannah-root names.
Nicknames for Jane
- Janie
- Jaynie
Variants & spellings
- Jayne
- Jana
- Jean
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Jane mean?
Jane means God is gracious. The common English feminine of John, from Old French Jehanne, ultimately from Hebrew 'Yochanan' meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' A John-root grace name, distinct from the Hannah-root names.
What is the origin of the name Jane?
Jane is of english origin.
How do you pronounce Jane?
Jane is pronounced “JAYN.”
Is Jane a boy or a girl name?
Jane is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Jane a popular name right now?
Jane has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
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.
What are common nicknames for Jane?
Common nicknames for Jane include Janie, Jaynie.
What names are similar to Jane?
Names similar to Jane include Avery, Harper, Lily, Aubrey, Addison.
What names go well with Jane?
english names that pair well with Jane include Dorothy, Nancy, Edward, Joan, Mason.