Jayne Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjane / /dʒeɪn/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: God is gracious; Hebrew: to be gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Jayne is a variant of the name Jane, which has been used since the Middle Ages. It gained popularity in English-speaking countries and is often associated with the Hebrew name Yochanan. The name has been used for both genders, though it is more commonly given to girls. In modern times, Jayne has seen a resurgence as a unique spelling variant.
Trend Summary
Jayne has seen fluctuating popularity in the U.S., with a notable increase in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jane
- Jaine
- Jayne
International Variants
- Giovanna (Italian)
- Yana (Slavic)
Famous people named Jayne
Jayne Mansfield was an American actress and sex symbol in the 1950s.
Jayne Torvill is a British ice dancer known for winning Olympic gold in 1984.
Jayne Ann Krentz is a bestselling American author of romantic suspense novels.
Jayne Meadows was an American actress and television personality.
Fictional characters named Jayne
Jayne Cobb is a character from the TV series 'Firefly' known for his role as a mercenary.
Jayne is a character in the book 'The Last Unicorn' by Peter S. Beagle.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jayne was first seen in the United States in 1961. Jayne has ranked as high as #1159 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Jayne has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jayne
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 5 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 2023 | 6 |