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Name Origin

A classic English feminine given name, Jane is a diminutive of the Hebrew name Joan, meaning 'God is gracious'. It has been a popular name for centuries in English-speaking countries.

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Famous People

Jane Austen (1775-1817)

Novelist

  • Authored beloved novels like Pride and Prejudice and Sense and Sensibility
  • Considered a pioneer of the realist novel

Jane Goodall (1934-)

Primatologist and Anthropologist

  • Revolutionized our understanding of chimpanzees through her groundbreaking research in Tanzania
  • Advocate for animal welfare and conservation

Jane Eyre

Fictional Character

  • Protagonist of Charlotte Brontë's iconic novel
  • Symbol of female empowerment and resilience

Jane Fonda (1937-)

Actress and Activist

  • Won two Academy Awards for her acting
  • Prominent political activist against the Vietnam War