Jane vs Regina

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

Jane Rank #269
Regina Rank #340

Jane is more popular, ranked #269 vs #340 for Regina.

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

Regina ___

  • Regina Maria
  • Regina Elena
  • Regina Louise
  • Regina Anne
  • Regina Claire
  • Regina Sophia

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Jane

Charlotte Henry Edmund Eleanor Arthur

If you choose Regina

Victoria Cecilia Leo Marcus Vivienne

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jane or Regina more popular?

Jane is more popular, ranked #269 compared to Regina at #340 in the United States.

What do Jane and Regina mean?

Jane means "God is gracious" (Hebrew via Latin and Old French origin). Regina means "queen" (Latin origin).

Are Jane and Regina boy or girl names?

Jane is primarily a girl name. Regina is primarily a girl name.

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