Jane
Female name · ★ Classic
161,884
Total Births
1947
Peak Year
#281
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Jane
Jane is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 161,884 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1940s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 5,062 births |
| 1890s | 4,436 births |
| 1900s | 4,450 births |
| 1910s | 13,695 births |
| 1920s | 20,226 births |
| 1930s | 19,559 births |
| 1940s | 29,390 births |
| 1950s | 33,452 births |
| 1960s | 17,063 births |
| 1970s | 3,735 births |
| 1980s | 2,864 births |
| 1990s | 2,584 births |
| 2000s | 2,578 births |
| 2010s | 1,962 births |
| 2020s | 828 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Jane?
Jane has been given to 161,884 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1947 with 4,084 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #281.
Is Jane a boy or girl name?
Jane is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Jane most popular?
Jane was most popular in 1947, when 4,084 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Jane?
Jane first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).