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At a Glance
- Meaning
- God is gracious
- Origin
- English, from the Venetian and Italian form of Gianni (John)
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- ZAYN
Zane is a boy's name pronounced ZAYN, and it means "God is gracious." It's an English name that comes from the Venetian and Italian form of Gianni, which is the Italian version of John. It has a clean, modern sound with a classic feel.
Meaning & Origin of Zane
Meaning: God is gracious.
Origin: English, from the Venetian and Italian form of Gianni (John).
How to Pronounce Zane
ZAYNIPA /ˈzeɪn/
Popularity of Zane
Zane ranked #306 in the U.S. in 2024, with 1,105 babies given the name. Its peak came in 2018, when it reached #199 with 2,031 babies, so it's a little less common now than it was then.
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FAQ
What does the name Zane mean?
God is gracious.
How do you pronounce Zane?
Zane is pronounced ZAYN (IPA: /ˈzeɪn/).
Is Zane a popular name right now?
Zane peaked at #199 in 2018 and is ranked #306 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1914–2024.)
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