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Jane

jeyn

Popularity

#269

stable

Letters

4

Syllables

1

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

379,619

Peak Year

#9,960 in 1947

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Jane is an English name, the feminine form of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It is a classic and timeless name.

Numerology

5

The Adventurer

Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jane Austen

    Renowned English novelist

  • Jane Fonda

    American actress and activist

Spelling Variations

Personality Traits

IntelligentKindIndependentSophisticated

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