Jane vs Mabel

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

Popularity Comparison

Jane Rank #269
Mabel Rank #222

Mabel is more popular, ranked #222 vs #269 for Jane.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Jane ___

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

Mabel ___

  • Mabel Rose
  • Mabel Jane
  • Mabel Grace
  • Mabel June
  • Mabel Pearl
  • Mabel Louise

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jane

Charlotte Henry Edmund Eleanor Arthur

If you choose Mabel

Hazel Florence Walter Ernest Edith

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jane or Mabel more popular?

Mabel is more popular, ranked #222 compared to Jane at #269 in the United States.

What do Jane and Mabel mean?

Jane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Latin and Old French origin). Mabel means "lovable, dear" (Latin origin).

Are Jane and Mabel boy or girl names?

Jane is primarily a girl name. Mabel is primarily a girl name.

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