Jenness
Girl nameJenness has been given to 80 babies in the U.S. since 1944. It peaked in 1950.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
80
Peak year
1950 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1944
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Jenness.
Sibling name ideas for Jenness
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FAQ
How popular is the name Jenness?
Jenness has been given to 80 babies in the U.S. since 1944. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Jenness peak?
Jenness peaked in 1950, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Jenness a girl or boy name?
Jenness is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Jenness are girls).
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