Jensen
j(e)-nsen,
jen-sen
US Popularity:574
Origin:Scandinavian
Meaning:Son of Jens; God is gracious
Jensen is a baby boy name of Scandinavian origin. Originally a surname, Jensen translates to “son of Jens.” In Danish, Jens is a variant of the English name John, meaning “God is gracious.” Besides these fruitful associations, Jensen is also the name of several tropical locations, from Jensen in Queensland, Australia, to Jensen Beach in Florida. This star-studded title also belongs to Jensen Ackles, best known for the television series Supernatural. Whether you wish to raise baby religiously or remind them of their family roots, the name Jensen can be the perfect fit.
Jensen Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Jensen is currently #886 on The Bump
Boy:Jensen is currently #230 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Jensen is currently #574 in U.S. births
Boy:Jensen is currently #193 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#574
in 2022
- 5
from 2021
Sources
Name Doctor, Jensen
Behind the Name, Jensen, November 2019
Behind the Name, Jens, November 2020
WordSense Dictionary, Jensen
Ancestry, Jensen Family History
IMDb, Jensen Ackles
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