Jane
boy nameJane entered the US charts in 1907, peaked at #1157 in 1946, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1907–2025
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rank today
#1157
peak (1946)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #1359 |
| 1910s | #2265 |
| 1920s | #1982 |
| 1930s | #1528 |
| 1940s | #1509 |
| 1950s | #1902 |
| 1960s | #2701 |
| 1970s | #4878 |
| 1980s | #5368 |
| 1990s | #6593 |
| 2000s | #10894 |
Living bearers
About 500 people named Jane are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jane alive today was born around 1943, making them about 82 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jane in 2025?
- Jane is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jane most popular?
- Jane peaked in 1946, reaching #1157 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jane with classmates?
- Jane will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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