Jeni
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About Jeni
Jeni is a feminine name typically considered a variant spelling of Jenny, which itself is a diminutive of Jennifer. Jennifer derives from the Welsh name Guinevere, meaning 'fair, white wave' or 'white shadow.' This shorter, simplified spelling gives the name a contemporary, streamlined feel while maintaining the familiar sound. Jeni has existed as an alternative spelling for decades but has never been as popular as Jenny or Jennifer. The name enjoyed some usage during the 1970s and 1980s when Jennifer was at its peak popularity in the United States. Jeni has a friendly, approachable quality with its two syllables and bright sound. The simplified spelling offers a slight twist on a familiar classic, appealing to parents who appreciate the traditional name but desire something a bit more distinctive.
Pronounced JEN-ee.
As of October 2026, Jeni ranked #16229 in US births in 2023 SSA, peaked at #1122 in 1972.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |
Jeni on lists
Famous Jenis
- Evgenia "Jeni" Radanova
Bulgarian Olympic speed skater
- Jeni Barnett
English actress
- Jeni Le Gon
American dancer
- Jeni (J.A.) Mawter
Australian novelist
Jeni in pop culture
- Camigwen "Jeni
" character in the Dragon Prince series by Melanie Rawn