Rising since 1986, #1,347 for boys today.
Popularity of Jenson since 1979
Babies named Jenson per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 105 |
| 1990s | 164 |
| 2000s | 367 |
| 2010s | 1,296 |
| 2020s | 912 |
Meaning & origin
Jenson is a modern given name with roots in the English patronymic surname tradition. It first appeared on the U.S. baby name charts in 1979 and has been steadily rising in use since 1986. After reaching a peak rank in 2021, it held a rank of 1347 in 2025, reflecting its consistent but modest popularity. The name shows particular favor in states like Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana, where it resonated with the trend of surname-style first names. Jenson's straightforward pronunciation and familiar 'son' ending make it a accessible choice that bridges traditional and contemporary naming styles.
Jenson is a patronymic surname turned given name, derived from the medieval English name Jen, a diminutive of John, plus the suffix -son. John itself comes from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning 'Yahweh is gracious.' The surname Jenson has been used in England since the Middle Ages, and its adoption as a first name is a modern phenomenon, paralleling the trend of using surnames as given names.
Where Jenson is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Jenson” around the world
Where Jenson lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
Ireland
5
babies in 2025
Sources: CSO Ireland (Ireland).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jen, Jens, Sonny
Sibling names for Jenson
Names that share Jenson's style, for a brother or sister.
