Jenny
girl name#1500 in 2025Jenny entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #108 in 1977, ranks #1500 today — a steady, dependable choice.
Popularity 1880–2025
#1500
rank today
#108
peak (1977)
142
babies in 2025
stable
a steady, dependable choice
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #512 |
| 1890s | #606 |
| 1900s | #665 |
| 1910s | #609 |
| 1920s | #496 |
| 1930s | #472 |
| 1940s | #401 |
| 1950s | #289 |
| 1960s | #268 |
| 1970s | #134 |
| 1980s | #152 |
| 1990s | #288 |
| 2000s | #475 |
| 2010s | #940 |
| 2020s | #1408 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Jenny has been most popular in CA, TX, FL.
Living bearers
About 81,500 people named Jenny are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jenny alive today was born around 1978, making them about 47 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jenny in 2025?
- Jenny ranks #1500 among US girl names in 2025, with 142 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jenny most popular?
- Jenny peaked in 1977, reaching #108 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Jenny with classmates?
- Jenny will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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