Zane: Meaning, origin and popularity
Pronounced ZAYN · 1 syllable
Zane means “God is gracious”, from English.
* The usage seems to date from the American writer Zane Grey (1875-1939), born Pearl Zane Gray. It was the surname of his mother's family, of unknown meaning. * Sometimes explained as a form of John because of the resemblance to Shane, or because Italian surnames such as Zanelli and Zanetto derive from the equivalent name Giovanni. * In some cases, a respelling of Zayn, which is of Arabic origin.
- Meaning
- God is gracious
- Origin
- English
- Pronunciation
- ZAYN
- US rank (2025)
- #324
- US babies a year
- about 1,251 (2021–2025)
- Peak
- around 2010
How popular is Zane?
Zane was the #324 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,051 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
Around the world
| Country | Rank |
|---|---|
| United States | #324 |
| England & Wales | #436 |
| Scotland | #711 |
| Ireland | #639 |
| Canada | #343 |
| Australia | #274 |
How old are people named Zane?
Half of US adults named Zane are older than 27; most are between 18 and 66. (Estimated from US births by year and life tables.)
Names like Zane
Chosen by the same families or with a similar style and era.
Questions about Zane
What does the name Zane mean?
Zane means “God is gracious”. It comes from English.
How do you pronounce Zane?
Zane is pronounced ZAYN.
How popular is the name Zane?
Zane was the #324 name in the US in 2025, given to 1,051 babies. Its use has been fairly steady over the last decade. It peaked around 2010.
How old are people named Zane?
Half of US adults named Zane are older than 27. Most are between 18 and 66.