Zane Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationZayn / zeɪnHebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: God is gracious; English: variant of John
Historical & Cultural Background
Zane is often considered a modern variant of the name John, which has deep roots in Hebrew culture. The name gained popularity in English-speaking countries in the 20th century. It is sometimes associated with a sense of individuality and strength. Zane has been used in literature and popular culture, contributing to its appeal.
Trend Summary
Zane has seen a steady increase in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Zain
- Zayne
International Variants
- Zane (English)
- Zayn (Arabic)
Famous people named Zane
Zane Grey was an American author known for his popular adventure novels, particularly those set in the American West.
Zane Smith is a professional baseball player who has played in Major League Baseball.
Zane Carney is an American musician and guitarist known for his work with various artists and his solo career.
Zane Lowe is a New Zealand-born music producer and radio DJ known for his influential role in the music industry.
Fictional characters named Zane
Zane is a character in the video game series 'LEGO Ninjago,' known for his role as a ninja.
Zane is a character in the animated series 'Ninjago: Masters of Spinjitzu,' where he serves as the Ice Ninja.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Zane was first seen in the United States in 1914. Zane has ranked as high as #326 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Zane has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Zane (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 123 | |
| CA | 113 | |
| FL | 80 | |
| NY | 53 | |
| OH | 44 | |
| PA | 42 | |
| VA | 41 | |
| GA | 41 | |
| NC | 36 | |
| WA | 32 | |
| MI | 30 | |
| AZ | 24 | |
| IL | 23 | |
| KY | 23 | |
| UT | 22 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 6 |
| 1915 | 12 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1918 | 13 |
| 1919 | 28 |
| 1920 | 39 |
| 1921 | 57 |
| 1922 | 74 |
| 1923 | 78 |
| 1924 | 87 |
| 1925 | 75 |
| 1926 | 111 |
| 1927 | 75 |
| 1928 | 79 |
| 1929 | 59 |
| 1930 | 75 |
| 1931 | 72 |
| 1932 | 81 |
| 1933 | 82 |
| 1934 | 76 |
| 1935 | 80 |
| 1936 | 64 |
| 1937 | 49 |
| 1938 | 62 |
| 1939 | 61 |
| 1940 | 68 |
| 1941 | 52 |
| 1942 | 61 |
| 1943 | 63 |
| 1944 | 47 |
| 1945 | 50 |
| 1946 | 57 |
| 1947 | 67 |
| 1948 | 92 |
| 1949 | 70 |
| 1950 | 69 |
| 1951 | 74 |
| 1952 | 75 |
| 1953 | 101 |
| 1954 | 105 |
| 1955 | 109 |
| 1956 | 125 |
| 1957 | 167 |
| 1958 | 146 |
| 1959 | 153 |
| 1960 | 119 |
| 1961 | 161 |
| 1962 | 148 |
| 1963 | 143 |
| 1964 | 116 |
| 1965 | 102 |
| 1966 | 95 |
| 1967 | 109 |
| 1968 | 122 |
| 1969 | 115 |
| 1970 | 145 |
| 1971 | 130 |
| 1972 | 141 |
| 1973 | 129 |
| 1974 | 135 |
| 1975 | 126 |
| 1976 | 138 |
| 1977 | 134 |
| 1978 | 169 |
| 1979 | 184 |
| 1980 | 193 |
| 1981 | 208 |
| 1982 | 233 |
| 1983 | 208 |
| 1984 | 240 |
| 1985 | 332 |
| 1986 | 374 |
| 1987 | 325 |
| 1988 | 377 |
| 1989 | 421 |
| 1990 | 510 |
| 1991 | 499 |
| 1992 | 622 |
| 1993 | 691 |
| 1994 | 778 |
| 1995 | 774 |
| 1996 | 919 |
| 1997 | 1,040 |
| 1998 | 1,074 |
| 1999 | 1,241 |
| 2000 | 1,368 |
| 2001 | 1,331 |
| 2002 | 1,558 |
| 2003 | 1,590 |
| 2004 | 1,455 |
| 2005 | 1,435 |
| 2006 | 1,411 |
| 2007 | 1,599 |
| 2008 | 1,574 |
| 2009 | 1,523 |
| 2010 | 1,463 |
| 2011 | 1,609 |
| 2012 | 1,595 |
| 2013 | 1,746 |
| 2014 | 1,698 |
| 2015 | 1,670 |
| 2016 | 1,874 |
| 2017 | 1,960 |
| 2018 | 2,031 |
| 2019 | 1,599 |
| 2020 | 1,360 |
| 2021 | 1,488 |
| 2022 | 1,344 |
| 2023 | 1,223 |
| 2024 | 1,105 |