Jensen
Jensen: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /หdอกสษnsษn/
Meaning and origin of Jensen
- A unisex given name transferred from the surname.
- A male given name transferred from the surname.
- A female given name transferred from the surname.
Etymology
Borrowed from Danish Jensen.
How popular is Jensen?
Since 1880, 2,921 girls and 17,347 boys in the U.S. have been named Jensen (14% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #988 in 1998. Its highest rank for boys was #282 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #282 for boys, with 1,288 babies given the name.
Names similar to Jensen
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Jensen
Sister and brother names that share Jensen's Danish roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Jensen FAQ
What does the name Jensen mean?
A unisex given name transferred from the surname. A male given name transferred from the surname. A female given name transferred from the surname. Borrowed from Danish Jensen.
What is the origin of the name Jensen?
Jensen is listed as a name of Danish origin.
How popular is the name Jensen?
Since 1880, 2,921 girls and 17,347 boys in the U.S. have been named Jensen (14% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #988 in 1998. Its highest rank for boys was #282 in 2025. In 2025 it ranked #282 for boys, with 1,288 babies given the name.
Is Jensen a boy or girl name?
Jensen is used for both boys and girls in the U.S. (2,921 girls and 17,347 boys since 1880).
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880โ2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.