Jenna
Jenna is a modern English name that originated as a variant of Jennifer, which comes from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar meaning 'white wave' or 'fair one'. It gained independent popularity in the late 20th century as a streamlined, contemporary choice.
Current Popularity
Popularity over time
Dashed bar: 2026 (projected): 416. How this is calculated
Yearly values
- 2011: 1,841
- 2012: 1,526
- 2013: 1,417
- 2014: 1,239
- 2015: 1,089
- 2016: 892
- 2017: 811
- 2018: 736
- 2019: 709
- 2020: 546
- 2021: 515
- 2022: 463
- 2023: 472
- 2024: 418
- 2025: 418
- 2026 (projected): 416
Good to Know
- •Easy to spell and pronounce in English-speaking countries
- •Modern alternative to Jennifer with a lighter, more contemporary feel
- •Works well across different ages from childhood to adulthood
- •Less common than its peak in the 1990s-2000s, making it feel fresh again
- •Multiple spelling variations exist
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Statistics
148,587
Total births since 1880
1985
Peak year
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