Jeni Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jeni is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the name Jennifer, which comes from the Welsh Gwendolyn. It means fair or white and has evolved through various forms over time. The name is modern and evokes a sense of friendliness, though it does not have any direct biblical relevance.
The name Jeni is most popular in Utah, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Jeni has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Jeni' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6775th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2174th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1487th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 2031st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 7686th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17913th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Jeni' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jeni"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛni/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Jeni is a diminutive form of the name Jennifer, which itself is derived from the Welsh name Gwendolyn, meaning 'white phantom' or 'white wave'. The name has also been linked to the Hebrew name Yochanah, meaning 'God is gracious'.
Meaning
fair, white, soft
Language Evolution
Gwendolyn, Jennifer, Jeni
Historical Usage
Jeni gained popularity in the late 20th century as a modern and simplified version of Jennifer, which was widely popular in the 1970s and 1980s.
Variants & Derivatives
Jennifer, Jen, Jenna, Genie
Modern Popularity & Image
Jeni is perceived as a friendly and approachable name, often associated with creativity and warmth in contemporary culture.
Famous People
Jeni Britton Bauer - an American ice cream maker and entrepreneur., Jeni Le Gon - a pioneering African American dancer and actress.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jeni"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Jeni"
"Jeni" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 6775th of 9204 | 20 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2174th of 12526 | 494 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 1487th of 19264 | 1,100 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 2031st of 27321 | 975 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 7686th of 35406 | 232 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17913th of 30306 | 35 |
Regional Popularity of "Jeni" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Jeni" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
74.99% 1670th/2227 |
- |
89.03% 2540th/2853 |
63.35% 1758th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
47.97% 1409th/2937 |
61.07% 2127th/3483 |
79.76% 2806th/3518 |
29.28% 1184th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
63.69% 2347th/3685 |
64.72% 2896th/4475 |
47.96% 2491st/5194 |
31.41% 1984th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Jeni"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jeni" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.