Jenna
j(en)-na
US Popularity:1228
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:White shadow; Fair one; Small bird
While Jenna may be a short and sweet option, this lovely moniker has a variety of meaningful connections! The name is derived from the classic Jennifer, which itself comes from the anglicized version of Guinevere, giving it the definitions of "white shadow" or "fair one." Additionally, the name has roots in Arabic and Hebrew, where it means "small bird." Jenna first entered the popular baby name charts during the 1970s, possibly because of the television series Dallas first appearing on our screens, which featured the character Jenna Wade. Jenna is a timeless alternative to Jenny or Jemma and rolls off the tongue with ease.
How Popular Is The Name Jenna?
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Jenna is currently #716 on The Bump
Girl:Jenna is currently #520 on The Bump Girl Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Jenna is currently #1228 in U.S. births
Girl:Jenna is currently #629 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2023
#629
in 2023
+ 9
from 2022
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lanksy
Behind the Name, Jenna February 2020
Name Doctor, Cora
Behind the Name, Guinevere June 2023
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