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  JENNY

The meaning of the unisex name Jenny is DIMINUTIVE OF JANE AND JENNIFER..

Details on JENNY:

Gender:
Unisex
Meaning(s):
Diminutive of jane and jennifer
Popularity for Girl:
2,621st in the USA (top 10%)
Popularity for Boy:
14,034th in the USA (bottom 5%)
Origin(s) 
Themes / lists: 

Latest USA SSA birth information:

162 births
JENNY as a GIRL in 2024
10 births
JENNY as a BOY in 1995

The meaning(s) of JENNY:

The name Jenny is a Celtic baby name. In Celtic the meaning of the name Jenny is: White wave.
Celtic meaning
The name Jenny is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jenny is: White wave.
American meaning
The name Jenny is a Cornish baby name. In Cornish the meaning of the name Jenny is: Fair and yielding.
Cornish meaning
The name Jenny is an English baby name. In English the meaning of the name Jenny is: God has been gracious.A feminine form of John.Also aFair and yielding.
English meaning

USA SSA birth(s) for JENNY:

Here is the latest 16 years from USA social security list of total babies born with the name JENNY

 JENNY as a girl

YearGirl Births
2024162 births
2023174 births
2022165 births
2021146 births
2020153 births
2019196 births
2018220 births
2017259 births
2016234 births
2015279 births
2014335 births
2013336 births
2012308 births
2011361 births
2010350 births
2009406 births

 JENNY as a boy

YearBoy Births
199510 births
19945 births
19915 births
199011 births
19896 births
198818 births
198713 births
198613 births
198510 births
198413 births
198313 births
198213 births
198115 births
198018 births
197916 births
197810 births

About the name JENNY

Jenny, a name that dances gracefully through history, is a diminutive of the timeless name Jennifer, which itself finds its roots in the Cornish form of Guinevere, meaning "fair one" or "white phantom." This charming name has transcended borders and cultures, finding a home in English-speaking countries, particularly in the United States and the United Kingdom, where it blossomed in popularity during the mid-20th century. It evokes warmth and familiarity, often associated with kindness and approachability. In Scandinavian countries, Jenny retains its charm, symbolizing youthful energy and a spirited heart. The name's gentle sound and soft syllables create an inviting aura, making it a lovely choice for a baby girl destined to leave a mark of grace and joy in the world. With its rich heritage and melodic quality, Jenny is a name that carries with it the promise of beauty and strength, like the gentle flow of a river, ever-ready to embrace the adventures of life.

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