Jane
Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: English
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #83
Total births: 6,907
History: Jane peaked in the 1960s-70s in Australia. Jane Campion became the first woman to win the Palme d'Or at Cannes — for 'The Piano,' partly set in Australia's neighbor New Zealand. Jane represents Australian/Kiwi filmmaking excellence.
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Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1984) | #93 |
| Babies named Jane in 1984 | 82 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 6,907 |
| Peak year | 1961 (351 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #25 |
| Years in records | 1952–1984 (33 years of data) |
| Change over last 5 years | ↓ 43 spots |
Frequently asked about Jane
What does the name Jane mean?
Jane means “God is gracious” from English roots.
What is the origin of the name Jane?
Jane has English origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious”.
How popular is Jane in Australia?
Jane ranked #93 in Australia in 1984 — given to 82 babies that year.
When was Jane most popular?
Jane peaked in 1961 with 351 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Jane a boy or girl name?
Jane is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Janes in registered births are female.
Is the name Jane rising or falling in popularity?
Jane has fallen 43 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years in Australia — from #50 in 1979 to #93 in 1984.
How long has Jane been recorded in Australia?
Jane appears in birth records in Australia across 33 years — from 1952 through 1984.