Jane: name meaning and origin

Jane

God is gracious

Hebrew · Girl · 1 syllable

Jane is a Hebrew name meaning "God is gracious". It has one syllable, and is traditionally a girl's name.

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Sibling names for Jane

  • Jane & Anna Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Jane & Hannah Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Jane & Anne Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Jane & Ellis Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Jane & Ivan Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Jane & Mila Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Jane & Nina Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.
  • Jane & Caleb Similar length, so neither name sounds like the "big" one.

Nicknames for Jane

No traditional nickname; Jane is usually used in full. Possible short forms: Jan.

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Questions about Jane

What does the name Jane mean?

Jane is a Hebrew name meaning "God is gracious".

How many syllables are in Jane?

Jane has one syllable (Jane).

What are nicknames for Jane?

Jane has no widely used nickname, so it is usually used as it is; possible short forms include Jan.

Is Jane a boy's or girl's name?

Jane is traditionally a girl's name.