Jens: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: j-ehns
Origin: Israel
gender-male

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Region Origin: Western Asia
Meaning: Yahweh is gracious

Jens is a Scandinavian form of the name Jens (a variant of John), derived from the Hebrew name Yehohanan, which means "Yahweh is gracious" or "God is gracious. " The name has been used since medieval times and has a rich cultural history in Northern European countries such as Norway, and Sweden. It was particularly popular in Denmark during the 19th and early 20th centuries but declined in popularity in the mid-20th century. Today, Jens continues to be chosen by parents for its simplicity, cultural significance, and timeless appeal. It represents a connection to Northern European heritage and can serve as a strong and meaningful choice for individuals seeking a traditional yet distinctive name.

Jens Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Jens is currently #8975 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Boy: Jens is currently #3904 on Kiindred Boy Names
gender-male Overall Nature: Jens is currently #4405 on Kiindred Nature Names
gender-male Boy Nature: Jens is currently #1944 on Kiindred Boy Nature Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Jens is currently #4530 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-male Boy Unique: Jens is currently #1994 on Kiindred Boy Unique Names

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