Jenella
girl nameJenella entered the US charts in 1943, peaked at #4054 in 1944, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1943–2025
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rank today
#4054
peak (1944)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #4373 |
| 1950s | #5486 |
| 1970s | #8824 |
| 1980s | #10912 |
| 2010s | #14744 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Jenella are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Jenella alive today was born around 1959, making them about 66 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jenella in 2025?
- Jenella is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Jenella most popular?
- Jenella peaked in 1944, reaching #4054 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jenella with classmates?
- Jenella will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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