Esther vs Jane

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
Nicknames
Janie, Janey

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Esther Rank #131
Jane Rank #269

Esther is more popular, ranked #131 vs #269 for Jane.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Esther ___

  • Esther Rose
  • Esther Jane
  • Esther Mae
  • Esther Grace
  • Esther Violet
  • Esther Pearl

Jane ___

  • Jane Elizabeth
  • Jane Catherine
  • Jane Louise
  • Jane Marie
  • Jane Amelia
  • Jane Victoria

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Esther

Ruth Agnes Sylvia Clement Jasper

If you choose Jane

Charlotte Henry Edmund Eleanor Arthur

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Esther or Jane more popular?

Esther is more popular, ranked #131 compared to Jane at #269 in the United States.

What do Esther and Jane mean?

Esther means "star" (Persian origin). Jane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Latin and Old French origin).

Are Esther and Jane boy or girl names?

Esther is primarily a girl name. Jane is primarily a girl name.

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