US Popularity:1850
Origin:French
Meaning:God is gracious
Jean is a gender-neutral name of French origin. Pronounced in traditional French, this name gives off an entirely different air than the Anglicized version. Whether you pronounce it like the fashion designer Jean Paul Gaultier or The Public Enemy actress Jean Harlow, this name will still enable the parent to raise baby in a life of faith with a definition of "God is gracious."
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How Popular Is The Name Jean?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Jean is currently #500 on The Bump
Boy:Jean is currently #296 on The Bump Boy Names
Girl:Jean is currently #350 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Jean is currently #1850 in U.S. births
Boy:Jean is currently #1172 in U.S. births
Girl:Jean is currently #2130 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
Gender:
Girl
#2130
in 2025
+ 281
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data

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