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.
The name Jenny is an American baby name. In American the meaning of the name Jenny is: White wave.
The name Jenny is a Cornish baby name. In Cornish the meaning of the name Jenny is: Fair and yielding.
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.
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
| Year | Girl Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 162 births |
| 2023 | 174 births |
| 2022 | 165 births |
| 2021 | 146 births |
| 2020 | 153 births |
| 2019 | 196 births |
| 2018 | 220 births |
| 2017 | 259 births |
| 2016 | 234 births |
| 2015 | 279 births |
| 2014 | 335 births |
| 2013 | 336 births |
| 2012 | 308 births |
| 2011 | 361 births |
| 2010 | 350 births |
| 2009 | 406 births |
JENNY as a boy
| Year | Boy Births |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 10 births |
| 1994 | 5 births |
| 1991 | 5 births |
| 1990 | 11 births |
| 1989 | 6 births |
| 1988 | 18 births |
| 1987 | 13 births |
| 1986 | 13 births |
| 1985 | 10 births |
| 1984 | 13 births |
| 1983 | 13 births |
| 1982 | 13 births |
| 1981 | 15 births |
| 1980 | 18 births |
| 1979 | 16 births |
| 1978 | 10 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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