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Jennings
BoyMeaning of Jennings: English: patronymic from Jen, meaning 'son of John'
Jennings is a boy's name most strongly associated with English naming. It has 8 letters and 2 syllables, and it is familiar but far from overused — 1646th most popular boys' name in the United States in 2025.
US rank 2025
#1646
101 babies in 2025
England & Wales 2024
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Fewer than 3 babies or unlisted
US babies since 1880
5,192
First recorded 1892 · peak 2021
Trend
rising
Style: uncommon
Popularity over time
Gender split
94% boys · 6% girls, based on US, UK and international usage.
Origins & cultures
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