Jennings: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ehnn-eengs
Origin: Israel
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Updated on Apr 14, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Southern Europe, Western Asia
Meaning: Yahweh is gracious

Jennings is a masculine name of British origin, initially used as a surname. It is a variation of Jennings (a variant of John), an English form of Iohannes, which means 'Yahweh is gracious'in Hebrew and Greek. The name Jennings has a classic appeal and a majestic charm, making it an interesting choice for parents fond of British names. Over time, the use of Jennings as a given name has increased in popularity, particularly in the United States, where it is now given to more than 80 baby boys annually. The name's importance lies in its rich history and cultural significance, connecting to both English and Hebrew traditions.

Jennings Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jennings is currently #5006 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Jennings is currently #2190 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Jennings is currently #2431 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Jennings is currently #1087 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jennings is currently #2510 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Jennings is currently #1112 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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