Jensen
Jensen is a girl's name of Norse origin.
Meaning
Son of Jens; ultimately derived from John, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Origin and history
Jensen originated as a Scandinavian patronymic surname meaning son of Jens. While historically masculine in Scandinavian contexts as a given name or surname, it has recently gained usage as a feminine given name in the United States. It fits into the modern trend of using surnames with a soft, two-syllable ending for girls.
Popularity in the United States
2,921 babies in the United States have been named Jensen since 1880. It ranks #3280 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1687.
States where it is most popular
- TX (17.9 %)
- FL (11.4 %)
- CA (9.9 %)
- PA (9.3 %)
- OH (8.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 47 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,186 |
| 2000-2010 | 698 |
| 2010-2019 | 576 |
| 2020-2029 | 414 |
Fun facts
- Jensen is one of the most common surnames in Denmark and Norway before its adoption as a given name in English-speaking countries.
- Though traditionally masculine or a family name, Jensen has seen increasing adoption for girls in the United States since the 2010s.