Jenny
boy nameJenny entered the US charts in 1925, peaked at #1764 in 1943, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1925–2025
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rank today
#1764
peak (1943)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3575 |
| 1930s | #2673 |
| 1940s | #2352 |
| 1950s | #2846 |
| 1960s | #2966 |
| 1970s | #3362 |
| 1980s | #3617 |
| 1990s | #6803 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Jenny are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jenny alive today was born around 1966, making them about 59 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 is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jenny most popular?
- Jenny peaked in 1943, reaching #1764 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jenny with classmates?
- Jenny will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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