Jenny
Meaning: God is gracious
Origin: French/Hebrew
Gender: Girl
Rank in Australia: #400
Total births: 76
History: Jenny peaked in the 1980s in Australia. Jenny Kee was one of Australia's most iconic fashion designers — her bold Australian designs put local fashion on the map. Jenny means Australian fashion creativity.
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Look at the data
Every number here comes directly from Australia’s birth records. No estimates, no averages — just the counts.
| Current rank (1964) | #98 |
| Babies named Jenny in 1964 | 76 |
| Total recorded in Australia | 76 |
| Peak year | 1964 (76 babies) |
| Highest rank ever | #98 |
Frequently asked about Jenny
What does the name Jenny mean?
Jenny means “God is gracious” from French/Hebrew roots.
What is the origin of the name Jenny?
Jenny has French/Hebrew origin. The traditional meaning is “God is gracious”.
How popular is Jenny in Australia?
Jenny ranked #98 in Australia in 1964 — given to 76 babies that year.
When was Jenny most popular?
Jenny peaked in 1964 with 76 babies registered that year in Australia.
Is Jenny a boy or girl name?
Jenny is predominantly a girls' name in Australia — over 90% of Jennys in registered births are female.