Jane
The English counterpart of Jehanne, derived from the Hebrew Yohanan: 'God is gracious.'
Meaning and origin
Jane entered English from the Old French Jehanne, gaining prominence during the medieval period.
How to pronounce Jane
| English (US) | JAYN /dʒeɪn/ |
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