What is the name of the Hermès handbag named after singer Jane Birkin?

The Hermès handbag named after singer Jane Birkin is the Birkin bag.

The design’s origin is linked to a 1984 meeting between Jane Birkin and Hermès chief executive Jean-Louis Dumas on an airplane. Birkin reportedly discussed the difficulty of finding a practical leather weekend bag, and the conversation inspired a roomy, structured handbag with a top handle and secure closure.

The Birkin became one of the most recognizable luxury handbags in the world. It is made in different leathers, colors, sizes, and hardware finishes, with production requiring substantial handwork. Limited availability and high prices have contributed to its reputation as a status symbol.

It is separate from the Kelly bag, which was named after Grace Kelly. The two designs are often confused because both are Hermès icons, but the Birkin was created decades later and was named for a British singer and actress.