Jenessy Girl
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjeh-NEH-see / /dʒəˈnɛsi/English; Modern
Meaning
Modern variation of Jennifer
Historical & Cultural Background
Jenessy is a contemporary name that appears to be a variation of the name Jennifer. Jennifer has its roots in the Cornish name Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'white phantom' or 'fair one.' The name Jenessy may reflect a trend in creating unique names by altering traditional ones. It is not widely documented in historical texts, indicating its modern usage.
Trend Summary
Jenessy is a rare name with limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jenessie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jenessy was first seen in the United States in 1993. Jenessy has ranked as high as #1368 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Jenessy has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jenessy (2009)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1993 | 5 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 10 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2014 | 6 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2019 | 5 |