Jane

Girl

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning

“God is gracious”

Source

Cultural Notes

Jane is the English feminine form of John via the Old French Jehanne and became one of the most common English names from the 16th century onward.

Popularity

Rarity: uncommon
Peak decade: 1950s
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Famous People Named Jane

  • Jane Austen, Jane Fonda, Jane Goodall

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