Jenny
Meaning of Jenny
The name Jenny, a diminutive of Jennifer, has its origins in the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, which translates to "white shadow" or "white wave." Pronounced as JEN-ee (/ˈdʒəni/), this charming and timeless name has been a popular choice for baby girls in the United States for over a century. Although its popularity has waned in recent years, Jenny enjoyed significant usage throughout the 20th century, peaking notably in the 1970s and 1980s. The name evokes images of friendliness and approachability, perhaps due to its association with well-known figures like Jenny Lind, the famous Swedish opera singer known as the "Swedish Nightingale," and characters from literature and film. Its simplicity and classic appeal continue to make it an endearing choice for parents seeking a soft yet strong name for their daughters.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as JEN-ee (/ˈdʒəni/)
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Notable People Named Jenny
| Jenny McCarthy - Jennifer Ann McCarthy-Wahlberg is an American actress, model, and television personality known for her work in film, television, and as a judge on The Masked Singer. |
| Jenny Lind - Johanna Maria Lind, also known as the "Swedish Nightingale," was a highly esteemed Swedish opera singer of the 19th century, renowned for her soprano roles in opera and her popular concert tour of the United States. |
| Jenny Holzer is an American neo-conceptual artist known for delivering words and ideas in public spaces through large-scale installations, billboards, and electronic displays. |
| Jenny Jones, Baroness Jones of Moulsecoomb - Jennifer Helen Jones, Baroness Jones of Moulsecoomb, is a British politician and former Deputy Mayor of London, known for her involvement with the Green Party. |
| Jenny Saville - Jennifer Anne Saville is a contemporary British painter known for her large-scale depictions of nude women and her innovative approach to figure painting. |
| Jenny Clack - Jennifer Alice Clack was an English palaeontologist and evolutionary biologist known for her work on the early evolution of tetrapods and her book Gaining Ground: the Origin and Early Evolution of Tetrapods. |
| Jenny Lewis - Jennifer Diane Lewis is an American singer-songwriter, musician, and actress known for her role as the lead singer, rhythm guitarist, and keyboardist of the indie rock band Rilo Kiley. |
| Jenny Slate is an American actress, stand-up comedian, and writer known for her work on Saturday Night Live, Bob's Burgers, Parks and Recreation, House of Lies, and Kroll Show. |
| Jenny von Westphalen - Johanna Bertha Julie Jenny Edle von Westphalen was a German theatre critic and political activist who married the philosopher and political economist Karl Marx in 1843. |
| Jenny Agutter - Jennifer Ann Agutter is an English actress known for her roles in The Railway Children, Walkabout, and The Snow Goose, for which she won an Emmy Award. |
| Jenny Owen Youngs is an American singer-songwriter known for her independent releases, collaborations with various artists, and worldwide tours. |
| Jenny Meadows - Jennifer Brenda "Jenny" Meadows is a retired British athlete known for her success in the 800 meters and 400 meters events, winning medals at various World and European Championships. |
| Jenny M Lewis is a political scientist, academic, and author, serving as a professor of Public Policy at the University of Melbourne. |
| Jenny Thompson - Jennifer Beth Thompson is an American former competition swimmer and anesthesiologist. |
| Janina Maria Stronski, also known as Jenny Jones, is a Canadian comedian, television presenter, and cook who hosted The Jenny Jones Show from 1991 to 2003. |
