Jenice

Variation of Jane

"God is gracious"

Jenice Origin and Meaning

The name Jenice is a girl's name.

Jenice is a feminine name that likely developed as a variant of Janice or a feminine form of Denis/Dennis. If derived from Janice, it ultimately comes from the Hebrew name John ('God is gracious'), while a connection to Dennis links it to the Greek god Dionysus. The spelling with 'Je-' gives it a soft, gentle pronunciation while maintaining the familiar '-ice' ending found in names like Bernice and Clarice. Though never reaching high popularity rankings, Jenice saw modest usage in the United States during the mid-20th century. The name carries a vintage charm with its soft consonants and flowing quality, making it both distinctive and accessible for contemporary parents seeking something uncommon yet familiar-sounding.

Famous People Named Jenice

• Jenice Dena (Sab bion) Portlock aka Sabi, American pop singer,songwriter

The name Jenice in Pop Culture

• Jenice Manheim character on TV's "Star Trek: The Next Generation"