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Jane vs Elise

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jane

Girl #269 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"God is gracious"

Origin: Hebrew via Latin and Old French

Cultural Roots

English American Australian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#269
Total SSA Count
1,180
Syllables
1
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Elise

Girl #252 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my oath"

Origin: Hebrew via French

Cultural Roots

French German Scandinavian American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#252
Total SSA Count
1,266
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jane Rank #269
Elise Rank #252

Elise is more popular, ranked #252 vs #269 for Jane.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jane or Elise more popular?

Elise is more popular, ranked #252 compared to Jane at #269 in the United States.

What do Jane and Elise mean?

Jane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Latin and Old French origin). Elise means "God is my oath" (Hebrew via French origin).

Are Jane and Elise boy or girl names?

Jane is primarily a girl name. Elise is primarily a girl name.

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