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Jenny Name Meaning, Pronunciation, and History

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Overview

The meaning of the name "jenny" is "diminutive form of jennifer, meaning 'white wave' or 'fair and yielding'", and is used often for "primarily used as a given name for girls".

Name
jenny
Meaning
diminutive form of jennifer, meaning 'white wave' or 'fair and yielding'
Pronunciation
jen-ee
Used for
primarily used as a given name for girls
Syllables
2

Jenny Name Details

The name Jenny is derived from the name Jennifer, which has Welsh and Cornish origins. It gained popularity in the English-speaking world during the 20th century and remains a common name for girls. The name is often associated with qualities such as beauty, grace, and gentleness.

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