Jenova: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ehn-ohv-ah
Origin: Italy
gender-female

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Region Origin: Western Asia, Southern Europe
Meaning: New god

Jenova is a unique and intriguing name with origins in the fictional world of Final Fantasy VII. The name symbolizes strength and authority, often associated with ancient, and somewhat mysterious entities. It is derived from the Hebrew name for Jehovah, and the Latin word for "new, " thus meaning "New God. Jenova originated as a fictional name from the Final Fantasy VII video game, created by Square Enix. It has since been used in various contexts, including as a baby name, reflecting its graceful and enigmatic nature. The name Jenova has fluctuated in popularity over the years. According to the Social Security Administration, it peaked in 2016 with 12 occurrences per million babies and has since experienced a decline. Jenova 's importance lies in its association with the powerful and mysterious entity from Final Fantasy VII. It represents ancient being, often seen as a source of life, which adds to its cultural significance.

Jenova Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jenova is currently #24020 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Jenova is currently #13647 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jenova is currently #12180 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Jenova is currently #6931 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

Popularity Trend Chart

Source: Social Security Administration

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