Jeni Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEN-ee / ˈdʒɛniEnglish; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Diminutive of Jennifer; Hebrew: God is gracious
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeni is often considered a modern diminutive of the name Jennifer, which gained popularity in the 20th century. The name Jennifer itself has roots in the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar. Jeni has been used as a standalone name, particularly in English-speaking countries. Its usage reflects a trend towards shorter, more informal names.
Trend Summary
Jeni has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, often peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jenny
- Jen
International Variants
- Ginevra (Italian)
- Ginebra (Spanish)
Famous people named Jeni
Jeni Britton Bauer is an American ice cream maker and entrepreneur known for founding Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams.
Jeni Le Gon was an American dancer and actress, notable for being one of the first African American women to have a prominent career in Hollywood.
Jeni Stepanek is an American author and speaker, recognized for her work in advocacy for children with disabilities.
Jeni P. is a popular social media influencer known for her lifestyle and beauty content.
Fictional characters named Jeni
Jeni is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball', known for her quirky personality.
Jeni is a character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a minor NPC.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeni was first seen in the United States in 1936. Jeni has ranked as high as #1026 nationally, which occurred in 1982, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Utah, New York, and Ohio. In the past 5 years the name Jeni has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeni (1999)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1944 | 6 |
| 1945 | 9 |
| 1946 | 10 |
| 1947 | 11 |
| 1948 | 14 |
| 1949 | 13 |
| 1950 | 10 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 17 |
| 1953 | 12 |
| 1954 | 15 |
| 1955 | 24 |
| 1956 | 22 |
| 1957 | 39 |
| 1958 | 37 |
| 1959 | 44 |
| 1960 | 44 |
| 1961 | 40 |
| 1962 | 48 |
| 1963 | 35 |
| 1964 | 46 |
| 1965 | 30 |
| 1966 | 39 |
| 1967 | 40 |
| 1968 | 35 |
| 1969 | 55 |
| 1970 | 65 |
| 1971 | 98 |
| 1972 | 99 |
| 1973 | 77 |
| 1974 | 72 |
| 1975 | 51 |
| 1976 | 80 |
| 1977 | 102 |
| 1978 | 85 |
| 1979 | 94 |
| 1980 | 78 |
| 1981 | 89 |
| 1982 | 123 |
| 1983 | 99 |
| 1984 | 80 |
| 1985 | 81 |
| 1986 | 66 |
| 1987 | 57 |
| 1988 | 46 |
| 1989 | 53 |
| 1990 | 43 |
| 1991 | 51 |
| 1992 | 45 |
| 1993 | 35 |
| 1994 | 27 |
| 1995 | 51 |
| 1996 | 29 |
| 1997 | 26 |
| 1998 | 17 |
| 1999 | 18 |
| 2000 | 23 |
| 2001 | 17 |
| 2002 | 14 |
| 2003 | 23 |
| 2004 | 18 |
| 2005 | 14 |
| 2006 | 14 |
| 2007 | 19 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2011 | 5 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |
| 2020 | 5 |
| 2021 | 5 |
| 2023 | 5 |