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Jean

jeen

Popularity

#2411

stable

Letters

4

Syllables

1

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

483,213

Peak Year

#12,775 in 1927

First Recorded

1880

Style

Classic & Timeless, Sophisticated & Formal

Spelling

Easy to spell

What It Means

Jean is a Scottish and French feminine name, a variant of Jane, derived from Hebrew Yohanna, meaning 'God is gracious'.

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Numerology

7

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jean Harlow

    American actress and sex symbol of the 1930s

  • Jean Grey

    Marvel Comics superhero known as Phoenix

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Personality Traits

KindGracefulCharmingIntelligent

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