US Popularity:4190
Origin:Welsh
Meaning:White wave; White spirit
Jennie is a feminine name of Welsh origin, meaning “white wave” or “white spirit.” It is a shortened version of Jennifer and an alternate version of the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, from gwindos, meaning “fair,” and hwyfar, meaning “phantom” or “spirit.” Jenny, Jeni, and Jenni are other popular spellings of the name. This enchanting ancient namesake is sure to whisk anyone away and is sure to inspire a vivid imagination in baby.

Jennie Name Popularity Data

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Jennie is currently #2078 on The Bump
Girl:Jennie is currently #1460 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Jennie is currently #4190 in U.S. births
Girl:Jennie is currently #2332 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2023
#2332
in 2023
+ 257
from 2022
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
  • 100,000 Baby Names by Bruce Lansky pg. 168

  • Name Doctor, Jennifer

  • Behind the Name, Jennie, April 2024

  • Behind the Name, Jenny, April 2024

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