Jinny Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJIN-ee / /ˈdʒɪni/English; diminutive of Virginia
Meaning
Diminutive of Virginia: maiden; pure
Historical & Cultural Background
Jinny is often considered a diminutive form of the name Virginia, which has Latin roots. The name Virginia gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 16th century. Jinny has been used as a standalone name as well, particularly in the 20th century. It is often associated with a friendly and approachable personality.
Trend Summary
Jinny has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Ginny
International Variants
- Ginevra (Italian)
- Gina (Italian)
- Virginia (Latin)
Famous people named Jinny
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Fictional characters named Jinny
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jinny was first seen in the United States in 1940. Jinny has ranked as high as #1073 nationally, which occurred in 1977, and has been most popular in California, and New York. In the past 5 years the name Jinny has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jinny (2004)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1940 | 8 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 10 |
| 1943 | 11 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 12 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 8 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 9 |
| 1952 | 10 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 13 |
| 1955 | 15 |
| 1956 | 14 |
| 1957 | 12 |
| 1958 | 13 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 5 |
| 1961 | 14 |
| 1962 | 11 |
| 1963 | 10 |
| 1964 | 8 |
| 1965 | 15 |
| 1966 | 8 |
| 1968 | 12 |
| 1969 | 10 |
| 1970 | 16 |
| 1971 | 13 |
| 1972 | 14 |
| 1973 | 17 |
| 1974 | 22 |
| 1975 | 14 |
| 1976 | 11 |
| 1977 | 27 |
| 1978 | 22 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 23 |
| 1981 | 19 |
| 1982 | 21 |
| 1983 | 17 |
| 1984 | 21 |
| 1985 | 25 |
| 1986 | 18 |
| 1987 | 11 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 11 |
| 1990 | 12 |
| 1991 | 15 |
| 1992 | 8 |
| 1993 | 13 |
| 1994 | 11 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 16 |
| 1997 | 6 |
| 1998 | 12 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 6 |
| 2002 | 7 |
| 2003 | 6 |
| 2004 | 11 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2015 | 5 |
| 2024 | 6 |