Jenna name meaning

✍  Updated on: March 20th, 2023
Gender: Unisex, both Boy and Girl
Origin: Hebrew, German and African-Mende
Usage: Arabic, English, German, Icelandic, Finnish, Swedish, Danish, Norwegian and Tamil
Pronunciation: jen-ah
Meaning: Paradise, Little Bird, Heaven, God is Gracious, Fair Phantom and Race and Woman
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What does Jenna mean?

Admired African-Mende, Hebrew and German Jenna means "Paradise, Little Bird, Heaven, God is Gracious, Fair Phantom or Race and Woman" and is used for both sexes is chiefly used in Finnish, Swedish, Norwegian, English, Icelandic, Arabic, Danish, Tamil and German.

Jenna is a form of widespread Jenni. Jenni is form of commonly accepted and biblical Jenny. Also Jenni is version of Any Name Beginning with Jen-, See Jen. Jenni is also version of Eugenia / Eugenie.

Jenni is also variant of Jennika. Jenni is shortened form of Jennifer. Also Jenni is a short version of Jane. Jenni is also short form of Johanna. Jenni is English cognate of Genevieve.

Also Jenni is form of Johanna in English and Finnish languages. Jenni is also Finnish and English form of Jane. Jenni is also English equivalent of Jennifer. Jenni is also English form of Jenny.

Jenni is also Icelandic form of Jenna. Jenni means White and Smooth and Smooth is rooted from Celtic and Hebrew languages. Jenna is derived from Geneviève. Geneviève is French form of Genoveva.

Also Geneviève is French cognate of Genovefa. Prevailing Geneviève has its origin in German and Germanic, Geneviève means "Jennifer and People". The name is celebrated on January 3.

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Could Jenna be an appropriate name for your new bundle of joy?

Jenna is an exquisite name that every parent would want to bestow upon their baby girl. It has a charming sound and feels both unique and classic at the same time.

The name exudes grace, strength, and beauty, all in one go. It's a name that will never go out of style and is perfect for parents looking for something timeless yet modern.

Jenna has a lovely ring to it, making it easy to pronounce and spell, which is a huge plus for any child growing up with this name. The origin of the name from British origin means "white shadow" or "white wave," further adding to its elegance and appeal.

If you're considering Jenna as a baby girl name, you will surely love its simplicity yet profound beauty it brings along with it!

How do I pronounce Jenna?

The proper pronunciation of two syllabled Jenna is jen-ah. It can also be pronounced as j(en)-na.

Variants of Jenna

Jehanne, Ieuan, Johanan, Jenae, Jenni, Jane, Jenny, Jennika, Genevieve, Johanna, Jennifer, Jenn, Jennamarie, Jeanne, Jean, Jenee, Jennie, Jenell

Names that rhyme with Jenna

How popular is the name Jenna?

Jenna was among the very popular names in United States. Since emerging in 1915 around 145224 babies have been given the given name. When at its peak in 2001, the moniker grabbed the 45th spot and 6433 baby girls were given the name.

However after 123 years, the name is on free fall on the charts but still dominating the charts. Additionally, the given name has been in the top 50 baby names 3 times

Jenna used to be a common name in England and Wales, first appeared in 1996 and over 4453 babies have been given the name in 23 years.

At the peak of its usage in 1997,. However the graph is now showing a downward trend after 23 years. Also, Jenna is a common name in France given to over 5727 babies in 36 years.

Recently at its peak, it ranked 122nd when 492 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls. Also, In New South Wales, Jenna was once a common name since emerging in 1984 it has been given to over 1166 babies.

When at the peak of its usage in 1987,. After 8 years of usage, the name has fallen out of the charts.

Jenna is a familiar baby name in Ireland, it has been in use since 1979 and was able to reach the top 200 names.

In 1984, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 107 on girl names chart when 65 babies were given the name Jenna. Over 739 people have been named Jenna in Ireland.

Also, in Netherlands, in just 5 years, it has made it to the top 200 names. Recently in 2017, 82 babies were given Jenna and it reached its peak ranking, 164 on girl names chart.

Over 332 babies in Netherlands have been named Jenna. Also, during its short run of just 7 years in Queensland, it had made it to the top 100 names. In 1987, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 44 on girl names chart when 83 babies were given the name Jenna.

There are over 501 babies that have been given the name Jenna in Queensland.

Jenna is a unique baby name in Finland during its short run, it been to the top 100 names.

In 1990, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 11 on girl names chart when 29 babies were named Jenna. There are over 114 babies that have been given the name Jenna in Finland.

Also, in Belgium, it has been in use since 1995 and was able to reach the top 300 names. Recently in 2018, it achieved its highest ever ranking of 226 on girl names chart when 46 babies were named Jenna.

There are over 500 babies that have been given the name Jenna in Belgium.

Jenna is an uncommon baby name in Switzerland, although it has been in use since 1998 but could not make beyond the top 500.

Over 177 babies in Switzerland have been named Jenna. But Jenna is a popular baby name in England where every 1 in 5000 have the name as well as in, Canada and Australia.

According to our evaluation, at least 150000 people have been bestowed Jenna around the globe.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
2018423734
2017386804
2016366883
20152981080
20142651232
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Jenna in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands051151263
Finland00011741

What numerology tells about Jenna?

Mistakes are the only way to become better at something. Make people feel responsible for their actions so they wouldn't hurt someone else the same way again. You possess great communication skills. You are deeply related to the 5 senses. As for your friends, keep it real. To have letter A as your capstone in your name indicates your independence and ambitious attitude. You are a born leader who likes to be in charge of things.

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Middle names for Jenna

There are many familiar and bold middle names that are commonly paired with Jenna.

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Famous people named Jenna

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  • Jenna Colby in The Portal as Actress
  • Jenna Adler in Edin naivnik na sredna vazrast as Actress
  • Jenna Cruz in The Red Panties as Actress
  • Jenna Michno in Making It: The Series as Actress
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  • Jenna Lynn Wexler in On Hope as Actress
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  • In 1998 mystery film, Sex Files: Portrait of the Soul, Jenna Bodnar played Crystal Taylor.
  • In 2001, Jenna Harrison played the role of Jessica in drama movie My Brother Tom.
  • In 2005 drama film, Stranger Than Fiction, Jenna Leigh Gline played Polly.
  • Jenna Bailey, from 2005 comedy, drama flick One More Round, who portrayed Samantha Strong.
  • Jenna Dean, from 2006 comedy, horror movie Riverdead, who portrayed the Trisha.
  • Jenna Rocca characterized leading character of Bein in 2011 drama film Bien.
  • In 2015 action and comedy flick, From Parts Unknown, Jenna Dwyer played Charlie.
  • In 2012 drama movie, Conquering the Rose, Jenna St. John portrayed Etta Rose Callahan.
  • In 2016, Jenna Rose Simon played the role of Arla and Lucy in drama flick Art of Confession.

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