Jane 
Hebrew, "God is gracious"
As simple and elegant as a little black dress, Jane has stood the test of time. When Sierra and Jakaya eventually become "so last decade," Jane will still be the perfect name for pretty little girls with bows in their hair.

Variations
Janaye, Janaya, Janise, Janina, Jan, Jananelle, Janessa, Janet, Jennice, Janica, Janice, Juanisha, Janine, Jainee, Jaine, Jannette, Janie, Jani, Juanita, Janee, Janeane, Janean, Jonni, Joni, Janeen, Janelba, Janela, Janel, Janella, Juanetta, Janeta, Janetta, Janette, Janeth, Janett, Janey, Jaynie, Jayni, Janicia, Jayne, Jania, Janis
Nicknames
Janie, Jan
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