Jayne
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Jayne is a girl name of English origin meaning "God is gracious".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
English
Religion
Christian
Popularity
7 / 100
Syllables
1
Length
5 letters
Meaning
God is gracious
Etymology
Variant of Jane, derived from Old French Jehanne, feminine form of Jean, from Hebrew Yochanan (God is gracious).
Famous People Named Jayne
- Jayne Mansfield — American actress and Playboy Playmate (1933–1967)
- Jayne Atkinson — British actress
- Jayne Torvill — English ice skater
- Jayne Meadows — Chinese born-American actress and author (1919–2015)
- Jayne Ann Krentz — American novelist
Frequently Asked Questions About Jayne
What does the name Jayne mean?
Jayne means "God is gracious", and is of English origin.
What is the origin of the name Jayne?
Jayne originates from English, commonly used in Europe.
Is Jayne a boy or girl name?
Jayne is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Jayne associated with?
Jayne is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Jayne?
Yes — notable people named Jayne include Jayne Mansfield (American actress and Playboy Playmate, 1933–1967), Jayne Atkinson (British actress), Jayne Torvill (English ice skater), Jayne Meadows (Chinese born-American actress and author, 1919–2015) and Jayne Ann Krentz (American novelist).
Last updated: June 2026