Jenny
Jenny is a diminutive of Jennifer, which derives from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'white wave' or 'fair one'. It became a standalone name in the 18th century and carries a sweet, approachable quality.
Current Popularity
#1388 for girls
in the United States (2024)
Popularity over time
Good to Know
- •Extremely easy to spell and pronounce across cultures
- •Can stand alone or be used as a nickname for Jennifer
- •Has a vintage charm that's making a comeback
- •Featured in popular culture, from 'Forrest Gump' to '867-5309/Jenny'
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Famous People
Jenny McCarthy
Actress and television host
Jenny Slate
Actress and comedian
Jennifer 'Jenny' Finch
Olympic softball player
Jenny Lind
19th-century Swedish opera singer
Statistics
91,956
Total births since 1880
1977
Peak year
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