Jenelle: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ehn-ehll-eh
Origin: Israel
gender-female

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Updated on Jul 01, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: God is gracious

Jenelle is a beautiful and timeless name with a rich history. Originating from Hebrew, the name means "God is gracious" or "maiden. " It has been in use since the early 20th century and gained significant popularity in the 1980s, reaching its peak at #798 in the U. The name is a combination of Jenny and Elle, making it a unique blend of traditional and modern elements. Despite its decline in recent years, Jenelle remains a charming and elegant choice for parents looking for a vintage name with a graceful, meaningful background.

Jenelle Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jenelle is currently #4372 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Jenelle is currently #2406 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Jenelle is currently #2037 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-female Girl Nature: Jenelle is currently #1131 on Kiindred Girl Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jenelle is currently #2339 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Jenelle is currently #1273 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names
chat-overall Australian: Jenelle is currently #2318 on Kiindred Australian Names

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