Jens
- Pronunciation
- [Jens]
- Gender
- Male
- Meaning
- Gift From God
- Origin
- Hebrew
Jens Popularity Snapshot
Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 2,440 baby boys have been named Jens. The name peaked in 1966 with 39 US births that year (rank #1207). In 2024, ranked #4472 nationally — 3,265 places below its 1966 peak.
Top States for Jens
Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Jens births are: California (147), Minnesota (56), Utah (56).
Other Hebrew-Origin Names Like Jens
If you like Jens's Hebrew origin, consider these related names: Aalijah, Aaron, Abagail, Abaigael, Abaigeal. Browse all Hebrew names →
4-Letter Names Starting with J
Names with Jens's exact length and starting letter: Jaap, Jace, Jaci, Jack, Jacy.
Quick Facts About Jens
Variant Forms
| Name | Meaning | Gender | Origin |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jensen | Son of Jens | Male | English |
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Compare Jens to Other Popular Names
Side-by-side popularity charts and crossover years for Jens against today's most popular boys-name peers (top 8 by US births in the last 10 years of SSA records).