Jensen Name Meaning

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By Helen Doanna

Lastest Updated July 9, 2024
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Fact: The name Jensen ranks as one of the more unique names, often used both as a first name and a surname.

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A Deep Dive

Jensen Overview

Meaning

Son of Jens

Gender

Boy

Origin

Scandinavian

Etymology

Derived from the Danish surname meaning “son of Jens,” with Jens being the Danish form of John.

Pronunciation

/ˈjɛn.sən/

Popularity

Jensen is favored in Scandinavian countries and has gained traction in English-speaking nations. In 2023, Jensen ranked #293 for boys and #989 for girls in the USA.

Syllable

2 syllables

Length

6 letters

Numerology

22 (Influential, Visionary, Powerful)

Name Styles

Modern, Cool, Unique

Associated Traits

Dependable, creative, friendly

Spiritual, Religious, or Cultural Significance

Often chosen for its cultural ties to Scandinavian heritage.

Name Day

March 30 (Denmark)
A Deep Dive

Jensen Variations in Different Cultures

Popular Variations

Jenson, Jenssen, Johnsen, Jensin, Jenzen

Common Nicknames

Jens, Jenni, Jeno, Jensi, Jensie

Diminutives

Jen, Jense, J, Jay, Jensey

Famous People

  • Jensen Ackles
    (American Actor)
  • Jensen Huang
    (Taiwanese-American Businessman)
  • Jensen Lewis
    (American Baseball Player)
  • Jensen Buchanan
    (American Actress)
  • Jensen Karp
    (American Writer)
  • Jensen Atwood
    (American Actor)
  • Jensen Lewis
    (American Photographer)

Pop Culture Icons and Works

  • Jensen Ackles
    ("Supernatural," TV Series)
  • "Jensen Project"
    (TV Movie)
  • Jensen Ames
    ("Death Race," Film)
  • Jensen Dodd
    ("NCIS," TV Series)
  • Jensen
    ("Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw," Film)

Places

  • Jensen Beach
    (Florida, USA)
  • Jensen Lake
    (Minnesota, USA)
  • Jensen Nature Park
    (Utah, USA)
  • Jensen Canyon
    (Wyoming, USA)
  • Jensen Community Park
    (California, USA)

What Is the Meaning of Jensen?

The name Jensen, which means “son of Jens,” traces back to John, signifying “God is gracious.” People named Jensen are known for their kindness and generosity, as well as their strong sense of family and community.

What Is the Origin of The Name Jensen?

The name Jensen has Scandinavian origins, specifically Danish, and is a patronymic surname meaning “son of Jens.” Jens itself is a form of John, which comes from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning “Yahweh is gracious.”

Jensen Name Popularity

Popularity Chart of the Name Jensen in the U.S. over the Years

United States flagUnited States#3022021#3042022#3012023
Top 3 Rankings#2882019#2922018#3012023

Annual Statistics Breakdown for Jensen

YearName RankingNumber of BirthsBirth Rate (%)
2023301
(+3 from 2022)
1108
(+6 from 2022)
0.06051
2022304
(-2 from 2021)
1102
(+8 from 2021)
0.05884
2021302
No change from 2020
1094
(-6 from 2020)
0.05839
2020302
(-14 from 2019)
1100
(-93 from 2019)
0.05947
2019288
(+4 from 2018)
1193
(-2 from 2018)
0.06208
2018292
(+45 from 2017)
1195
(+186 from 2017)
0.06148
2017337
(+28 from 2016)
1009
(+102 from 2016)
0.05098
2016365
(+30 from 2015)
907
(+117 from 2015)
0.04478
2015395
(-2 from 2014)
790
(-3 from 2014)
0.03864
2014393
(+44 from 2013)
793
(+133 from 2013)
0.03870
2013437
(+72 from 2012)
660
(+141 from 2012)
0.03266
2012509
(+99 from 2011)
519
(+119 from 2011)
0.02558
2011608
(+115 from 2010)
400
(+82 from 2010)
0.01969
2010723
(+111 from 2009)
318
(+59 from 2009)
0.01548
2009834
(+161 from 2008)
259
(+63 from 2008)
0.01221
2008995
(+88 from 2007)
196
(+27 from 2007)
0.00899
20071083
(+130 from 2006)
169
(+31 from 2006)
0.00763
20061213
(-114 from 2005)
138
(-12 from 2005)
0.00629
20051099
(+116 from 2004)
150
(+25 from 2004)
0.00705
20041215
(+109 from 2003)
125
(+21 from 2003)
0.00591
20031324
(+2 from 2002)
104
(+4 from 2002)
0.00495
20021326
(-105 from 2001)
100
(-9 from 2001)
0.00484
20011221
(-206 from 2000)
109
(-35 from 2000)
0.00527
20001015
(+48 from 1999)
144
(+16 from 1999)
0.00690
19991063
(-96 from 1998)
128
(-15 from 1998)
0.00628
1998967
(+366 from 1997)
143
(+59 from 1997)
0.00705
19971333
(-19 from 1996)
84
(+1 from 1996)
0.00420
19961314
(+40 from 1995)
83
(+7 from 1995)
0.00414
19951354
(+123 from 1994)
76
(+12 from 1994)
0.00378
19941477
(+244 from 1993)
64
(+14 from 1993)
0.00314
19931721
(-123 from 1992)
50
(-5 from 1992)
0.00242
19921598
(-132 from 1991)
55
(-5 from 1991)
0.00262
19911466
(-130 from 1990)
60
(-9 from 1990)
0.00283
19901336
(+180 from 1989)
69
(+15 from 1989)
0.00321
19891516
(-66 from 1988)
54
(+1 from 1988)
0.00258
19881450
(+488 from 1987)
53
(+21 from 1987)
0.00265
19871938
(-639 from 1986)
32
(-24 from 1986)
0.00164
19861299
(+245 from 1985)
56
(+14 from 1985)
0.00291
19851544
(+13 from 1984)
42
(+3 from 1984)
0.00218
19841557
(-128 from 1983)
39
(-5 from 1983)
0.00208
19831429
(+167 from 1982)
44
(+6 from 1982)
0.00236
19821596
(+442 from 1981)
38
(+12 from 1981)
0.00201
19812038
(-128 from 1980)
26
(-3 from 1980)
0.00140
19801910
(+33 from 1979)
29
(+2 from 1979)
0.00156
19791943
(-73 from 1978)
27
No change from 1978
0.00151
19781870
(+400 from 1977)
27
(+7 from 1977)
0.00158
19772270
(-25 from 1976)
20
No change from 1976
0.00117
19762245
(+1000 from 1975)
20
(+9 from 1975)
0.00123
19753245
(+1388 from 1974)
11
(+5 from 1974)
0.00068
19744633
(-1621 from 1973)
6
(-5 from 1973)
0.00037
19733012
(+1427 from 1972)
11
(+5 from 1972)
0.00068
19724439
(-35 from 1969)
6
(+1 from 1969)
0.00036
19710
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19700
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19694404
(-474 from 1965)
5
No change from 1965
0.00027
19680
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19670
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19660
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19653930
(-966 from 1955)
5
(-3 from 1955)
0.00026
19640
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19630
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19620
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19610
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19600
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19590
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19580
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19570
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19560
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19552964
(+865 from 1954)
8
(+3 from 1954)
0.00038
19543829
(+172 from 1930)
5
No change from 1930
0.00024
19530
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19520
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19510
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19500
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19490
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19480
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19470
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19460
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19450
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19440
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19430
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19420
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19410
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19400
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19390
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19380
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19370
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19360
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19350
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19340
No SSA data
0
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0.0000
19330
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19320
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19310
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19304001
(+209 from 1927)
5
No change from 1927
0.00044
19290
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19280
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19274210
First SSA data recorded
5
First SSA data recorded
0.00043
19260
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19250
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19240
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19230
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19220
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19210
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19200
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19190
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19180
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19170
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19160
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19150
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19140
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19130
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19120
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19110
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19100
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19090
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19080
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19070
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19060
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19050
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19040
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19030
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19020
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19010
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
19000
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18990
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18980
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18970
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18960
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18950
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18940
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18930
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18920
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18910
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18900
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18890
No SSA data
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No SSA data
0.0000
18880
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18870
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18860
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18850
No SSA data
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No SSA data
0.0000
18840
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18830
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18820
No SSA data
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No SSA data
0.0000
18810
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000
18800
No SSA data
0
No SSA data
0.0000

American States Popularity Rankings for Jensen

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Number of Births )

Texas (TX)

Texas (TX) flagTexas (TX)#3172021#3222022#3462023

California (CA)

California (CA) flagCalifornia (CA)#5592021#5482022#7172023

Ohio (OH)

Ohio (OH) flagOhio (OH)#2272021#1562022#1792023

Florida (FL)

Florida (FL) flagFlorida (FL)#3452021#4192022#3242023

Indiana (IN)

Indiana (IN) flagIndiana (IN)#1802021#1902022#1992023

Tennessee (TN)

Tennessee (TN) flagTennessee (TN)#3122021#1552022#1802023

Pennsylvania (PA)

Pennsylvania (PA) flagPennsylvania (PA)#3092021#2622022#2712023

Missouri (MO)

Missouri (MO) flagMissouri (MO)#1782021#2602022#1972023

Georgia (GA)

Georgia (GA) flagGeorgia (GA)#3512021#3202022#2502023

North Carolina (NC)

North Carolina (NC) flagNorth Carolina (NC)#2782021#3532022#2872023

Michigan (MI)

Michigan (MI) flagMichigan (MI)#3312021#3092022#3312023

Kentucky (KY)

Kentucky (KY) flagKentucky (KY)#1572021#1702022#1382023

Utah (UT)

Utah (UT) flagUtah (UT)#2392021#2582022#2652023

Illinois (IL)

Illinois (IL) flagIllinois (IL)#2642021#3412022#3462023

Oklahoma (OK)

Oklahoma (OK) flagOklahoma (OK)#1362021#2052022#1222023

New York (NY)

New York (NY) flagNew York (NY)#6172021#6182022#6182023

Washington (WA)

Washington (WA) flagWashington (WA)#3432021#3162022#3152023

Alabama (AL)

Alabama (AL) flagAlabama (AL)#1652021#2062022#1992023

Virginia (VA)

Virginia (VA) flagVirginia (VA)#4232021#4942022#2542023

Louisiana (LA)

Louisiana (LA) flagLouisiana (LA)#2472021#2002022#2292023

Iowa (IA)

Iowa (IA) flagIowa (IA)#1382021#1962022#1332023

Arkansas (AR)

Arkansas (AR) flagArkansas (AR)#1702021#1602022#1592023

Wisconsin (WI)

Wisconsin (WI) flagWisconsin (WI)#2822021#2942022#2812023

Kansas (KS)

Kansas (KS) flagKansas (KS)#3022021#1502022#2012023

Arizona (AZ)

Arizona (AZ) flagArizona (AZ)#3602021#4712022#4982023

West Virginia (WV)

West Virginia (WV) flagWest Virginia (WV)#922021#712022#1192023

Colorado (CO)

Colorado (CO) flagColorado (CO)#4522021#4682022#4092023

Minnesota (MN)

Minnesota (MN) flagMinnesota (MN)#3212021#3602022#4122023

South Carolina (SC)

South Carolina (SC) flagSouth Carolina (SC)#3862021#2962022#2402023

Hawaii (HI)

Hawaii (HI) flagHawaii (HI)#2982012#2172021#2302023

Oregon (OR)

Oregon (OR) flagOregon (OR)#3972021#3152022#4102023

Maryland (MD)

Maryland (MD) flagMaryland (MD)#3532021#3762022#7452023

Mississippi (MS)

Mississippi (MS) flagMississippi (MS)#3302021#3062022#3512023

Idaho (ID)

Idaho (ID) flagIdaho (ID)#2372021#3772022#2362023

Nebraska (NE)

Nebraska (NE) flagNebraska (NE)#2252021#2912022#3962023

New Jersey (NJ)

New Jersey (NJ) flagNew Jersey (NJ)#6382020#6022021#9762023

Nevada (NV)

Nevada (NV) flagNevada (NV)#4682021#4122022#3292023

Massachusetts (MA)

Massachusetts (MA) flagMassachusetts (MA)#7672020#7162022#8222023

Maine (ME)

Maine (ME) flagMaine (ME)#2212016#2172018#2112023

North Dakota (ND)

North Dakota (ND) flagNorth Dakota (ND)#2502020#2592022#2282023

New Mexico (NM)

New Mexico (NM) flagNew Mexico (NM)#4092019#3952021#2702023

South Dakota (SD)

South Dakota (SD) flagSouth Dakota (SD)#2252018#1342020#2612022

Connecticut (CT)

Connecticut (CT) flagConnecticut (CT)#4192011#5072014#4802022

Montana (MT)

Montana (MT) flagMontana (MT)#2452017#2132018#2072023

New Hampshire (NH)

New Hampshire (NH) flagNew Hampshire (NH)#2122020#2492021#2222022

Delaware (DE)

Delaware (DE) flagDelaware (DE)#1602018#1832019

Wyoming (WY)

Wyoming (WY) flagWyoming (WY)#1182016#1142022

Popularity Rankings for Jensen in other Countries and American Territories

(From the Most to Least Popular, Based on Rankings)

Popularity in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico flagPuerto Rico#2362018#1502019#1712021

Popularity in Northern Ireland

Northern Ireland flagNorthern Ireland#2002021#2212022#2492023

Popularity in England and Wales

England and Wales flagEngland and Wales#2052019#2482020#2722021

Popularity in New Zealand

New Zealand flagNew Zealand#2982013#4372017#4342020

Popularity in Scotland

Scotland flagScotland#3722021#3922022#3042023

Popularity in Ireland

Ireland flagIreland#7642019#7412020#3642021

Popularity in Canada

Canada flagCanada#4112021#5092022#6592023

Popularity in Quebec, Canada

Quebec, Canada flagQuebec, Canada#6812020#9802021#5392022

Source: Social Security Administration (SSA) and Other National Sources

Is Jensen a Name for Boys or Girls?

Historically, Jensen has been used as a male name, pointing to its origin as a patronymic surname indicating “son of Jens.”

Variants, Nicknames, Diminutives, and Ideal Middle Names for Jensen

Jensen in Famous People Names, Pop Culture, and Places

  • Jensen Ackles (Actor, born 1978): An American actor celebrated for his role in the TV series "Supernatural."
  • Jensen Huang (CEO, born 1963): A Taiwanese-American businessman and co-founder of NVIDIA, a leading technology company.
  • Jensen Lewis (Baseball Player, born 1984): An American former professional baseball pitcher who played in Major League Baseball.
  • Jensen Buchanan (Actress, born 1962): An American actress known for her work on daytime soap operas such as "Another World" and "As the World Turns."
  • Jensen Karp (Writer, born 1979): An American writer, comedian, and podcaster, also recognized for his work as a producer.
  • Jensen Atwood (Actor, born 1976): An American actor famous for his roles in TV series such as "Noah's Arc" and "Dante's Cove."
  • Jensen Lewis (Photographer, 1919–1995): An American photographer acclaimed for his striking black-and-white photography.
  • Jensen Ackles ("Supernatural," 2005 TV Series): Portrays Dean Winchester, a demon-hunting brother fighting supernatural forces.
  • "Jensen Project" (2010 TV Movie): Follows a family of scientists working on a secret project to save the world.
  • Jensen Ames ("Death Race," 2008 Film): A former race car driver framed for a crime and forced to compete in a deadly prison race.
  • Jensen Dodd ("NCIS," 2003 TV Series): A character who appears in a case investigated by the Naval Criminal Investigative Service.
  • Jensen ("Fast & Furious Presents: Hobbs & Shaw," 2019 Film): A minor character in the high-octane action spin-off.
  • Jensen Daggett ("Friday the 13th Part VIII: Jason Takes Manhattan," 1989 Film): Plays Rennie Wickham, a high school student facing Jason Voorhees.
  • Jensen ("Hitman: Absolution," 2012 Video Game): A character in the stealth-based game about an elite assassin.
  • "Jensen's Secret" (2014 Novel): Explores the life of a young man named Jensen with a mysterious past.
  • Jensen Beach (Florida, USA): A beach town on Florida's east coast with a vibrant arts and culture scene.
  • Jensen Lake (Minnesota, USA): A serene lake located in Lebanon Hills Regional Park.
  • Jensen Nature Park (Utah, USA): A park in Syracuse with trails, wetlands, and wildlife.
  • Jensen Canyon (Wyoming, USA): A scenic canyon near Jackson Hole, offering hiking and stunning views.
  • Jensen Community Park (California, USA): A community park in South El Monte with sports facilities and picnic areas.
  • Jensen Soundside Park (North Carolina, USA): A waterfront park in Hatteras Village providing access to the Pamlico Sound.
  • Jensen Reservoir (Idaho, USA): A reservoir in Caribou County used for irrigation and recreation.
  • Jensen Road (British Columbia, Canada): A rural road in the Fraser Valley known for its agricultural landscapes.

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