Jane Smith

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Jane Smith is a common placeholder name used in English-speaking countries for a female whose true name is unknown or must be withheld. The name is also used frequently in American and British popular culture, for example in John Doe and Jane Smith.

Usage[edit | edit source]

The name "Jane Smith" is often used in legal proceedings, or in medical literature, where anonymity is required. An equivalent in Hispanic culture is "Juanita Perez." In the context of law enforcement, this name can also be used for unidentified females who are undergoing police investigation.

In popular culture[edit | edit source]

"Jane Smith" has been used in countless novels, movies, and television series. Notable examples include the 2005 film Mr. & Mrs. Smith, where Jane Smith is a character played by Angelina Jolie. In literature, Jane Smith is a character in the popular children's series, The Magic Tree House.

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