Name Meaning:
Jane means “Jehovah is gracious.”
Gender:
Traditionally, a female name.
Name Origin:
Jane is a classic name with roots in Hebrew and English.
It is the feminine version of John, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan.
Pronunciation:
“JAYN”
Popularity:
Jane is a timeless name, frequently ranking in the top baby names in the U.S. It remains a popular choice, particularly known for its simplicity and elegance.
Common Nicknames:
Janie, Jean, Jennie, Jessie, Jan, Jenny, Janey, Janet, Jaynie, Jeannie, Mary Jane
Cute Nicknames:
Janee, Janeece, Janeel, Janeen, Janessa, Jelly Bean, Jan Jan, Baby Jane
Funny Nicknames:
Calamity Jane, Messy Desk, Regency Jane, Sunny Jane, Gummy Jane, Old Jane, Plain Jane
Cool Nicknames:
Jen, Big Jane, Miss Jane, Auntie Jane
Nicknames Based on Initials:
J-Bone, Miss J, MJ
Nicknames from TV/Books:
- Jane Read (Arthur)
- Mary Jane (Spiderman)
- Jane Porter (Tarzan)
- Jane Banks (Mary Poppins)
- Jane Lane (Daria)
- Jane Smith (Mr. & Mrs. Smith)
- Jane Foster (Thor)
- Jane Eyre (Jane Eyre)
- Jane Doe (Supernatural Horror Film)
Variations:
Jania, Jaine, Janel, Janela, Janella, Janelle, Janean, Janeane, Janene, Jayne, Jehane
Famous People Named Jane:
- Jane Austen (British author)
- Jane Fonda (American actress)
- Jane Goodall (Primatologist)
- Calamity Jane (American frontierswoman)
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