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Jennings

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Pronounced JEN-ingz /ˈdΚ’Ι›n.ΙͺΕ‹z/High

Meaning: From the surname Jennings β€” 'son of Jenkin' (a pet form of John, 'God is gracious'); predominantly a boys' name; here for girlsMedium

In 30 seconds: Distinguished and modern: Jennings is the surname 'son of Jenkin (John)'. Crisp and preppy; predominantly a boys' name, here for girls.
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Origin MediumEnglish, Hebrew
MeaningFrom the surname Jennings β€” 'son of Jenkin' (a pet form of John, 'God is gracious'); predominantly a boys' name; here for girls
U.S. rank (2024)#5195 β†— Rising
2024 U.S. births25 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year2021
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 298

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202119932024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Jennings comes from the surname Jennings β€” 'son of Jenkin', a medieval pet form of John, from Hebrew Yochanan, 'God is gracious'. A crisp, preppy surname-name; predominantly a boys' name, here covered for girls honestly (slug distinguished).

It registers thinly for girls. Rare for girls, son-of-Jenkin at the root, and preppy.

Did you know? Jennings means 'son of Jenkin' (a medieval pet form of John, 'God is gracious') β€” a crisp, preppy surname-name; predominantly a boys' name (which we flag).
Overall data confidence 62%
Surname references β€” Jennings β€” etymology

Variations

JenningJennison

Nicknames

JennyJen

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Jennings mean?

Jennings is English for 'son of Jenkin' (a pet form of John, 'God is gracious').

How do you pronounce Jennings?

It's said JEN-ingz /ˈdΚ’Ι›n.ΙͺΕ‹z/ β€” two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Jennings a boy or girl name?

Jennings is predominantly a boys' name; this page covers its use for girls.

How popular is Jennings?

Jennings is rare for girls in the U.S.

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