Jeane
What does Jeane mean and where does it come from?
Jeane is a variant of the name Jean, derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning 'God is gracious'. This name has enjoyed varying levels of popularity in English-speaking and French-speaking countries. Notable figures include Jeane Kirkpatrick, the first female United States Ambassador to the Uni
What middle names flow best with Jeane?
Jeane works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful
How popular is Jeane right now?
Holding steady — currently #1200 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names
The story of Jeane
Jeane has been a beloved American name for over 136 years, first appearing in Social Security records in 1888. With 4,502 total births recorded, Jeane remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #1385 in 1895 to #1200 in 2023. Jeane is used for both genders: 100% female and 0% male.
Names that peaked alongside Jeane in 1924:
Jeane by decade
Jeane peaked in the 1920s. See all 1920s names →
| Decade | Births | |
|---|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 | |
| 1890s | 36 | |
| 1900s | 142 | |
| 1910s | 482 | |
| 1920s ★ | 1,329 | |
| 1930s | 715 | |
| 1940s | 562 | |
| 1950s | 496 | |
| 1960s | 288 | |
| 1970s | 174 | |
| 1980s | 140 | |
| 1990s | 86 | |
| 2000s | 40 | |
| 2010s | 7 |
What are good nicknames for Jeane?
What names sound and feel like Jeane?
Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jeane also consider these