Jenny
GirlOrigin: Hebrew · English
Meaning
“pet form of Jane (Hebrew 'God is gracious'), now often linked to Jennifer”
Cultural Notes
Medieval pet form of Jane or Jennifer; Swedish opera singer Jenny Lind, called the Swedish Nightingale, made it internationally famous in the 19th century.
Popularity
Rarity: rare
Peak decade: 1890s
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Famous People Named Jenny
- Jenny Lind, Jenny McCarthy
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