Meaning, origin, history
Jenna is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is gracious." It is also associated with the Irish name Siobhan, which has a similar pronunciation and means "god is gracious." The name Jenna was popularized in the English-speaking world by the character Jenna Rink from the movie "13 Going on 30," released in 2004. In the movie, Jenna is a young woman who wishes to be older and more sophisticated, only to wake up as her adult self and realize that being true to oneself is more important than material possessions or age. The name Jenna has since gained popularity among parents looking for unique yet meaningful names for their daughters.
In numbers
Popularity of the name Jenna since 1880
Total births
147,740
Total since 1880
Peak year
1985
6,436 births
in 2023
470
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-37%
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vs previous 5 years