JANE
The meaning of the unisex name Jane is GIFT FROM GOD.
Details on JANE:
- Gender:
- Unisex
- Meaning(s):
- Gift from god
- Popularity for Girl:
- 553rd in the USA (top 5%)
- Popularity for Boy:
- 26,725th in the USA (bottom 40%)
- Origin(s)
- Themes / lists:
Latest USA SSA birth information:
1,180 births
JANE as a GIRL in 2024
5 births
JANE as a BOY in 2003
The meaning(s) of JANE:
The name Jane is a Hebrew baby name. In Hebrew the meaning of the name Jane is: Gift from God.
The name Jane is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jane is: Gift from God.
The name Jane is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Jane is: Jehovah has been gracious.A Feminine form of John..From the Old French Jehane.Famous Bearers: British novelist Jane Austen (1775-1817) and American actress Jayne Mansfield.
USA SSA birth(s) for JANE:
Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JANE
JANE as a girl
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1180 births |
| 2023 | 1114 births |
| 2022 | 1089 births |
| 2021 | 1172 births |
| 2020 | 1169 births |
| 2019 | 1188 births |
| 2018 | 1133 births |
| 2017 | 1148 births |
| 2016 | 1132 births |
| 2015 | 1111 births |
| 2014 | 1026 births |
| 2013 | 898 births |
| 2012 | 927 births |
| 2011 | 867 births |
| 2010 | 833 births |
| 2009 | 831 births |
JANE as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 5 births |
| 1992 | 5 births |
| 1991 | 9 births |
| 1990 | 8 births |
| 1989 | 8 births |
| 1988 | 7 births |
| 1987 | 6 births |
| 1986 | 10 births |
| 1985 | 9 births |
| 1984 | 6 births |
| 1983 | 6 births |
| 1982 | 5 births |
| 1981 | 8 births |
| 1979 | 5 births |
| 1977 | 8 births |
| 1976 | 5 births |
About the name JANE
Jane, a name steeped in history and grace, finds its roots in the Hebrew name "Yochanan," meaning "God is gracious." This timeless name embodies a gentle strength, evoking images of kindness and resilience. Popular across various cultures, Jane has a particularly strong presence in English-speaking countries, where it has flourished since the Middle Ages. It graces the pages of classic literature, from Jane Austen's beloved heroines to the steadfast spirit of Jane Eyre, symbolizing independence and courage. The name also resonates in French and Spanish-speaking regions, where variations like Jeanne and Juana celebrate the same virtues. With its simple elegance, Jane transcends borders, making it a cherished choice for parents in the United States, the United Kingdom, and beyond. It embodies a warm familiarity, a name that feels at once classic and contemporary, offering a sense of comfort and a nod to a gracious legacy.
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