JENNEY
Jenney
Jenney is a notable British surname of Old French origin. The name is derived from the given name "Jean", which itself originated from the Hebrew name "Yochanan", meaning "God is gracious". Over time, the variations "Jenney," "Jenny," and "Jennie" have been used to represent this surname.
Historically, the surname Jenney has been traced back to the medieval period in England. It is believed to have spread across different counties within the United Kingdom over the centuries. Individuals with the surname Jenney have been present in various professions and social strata.
Notable bearers of the surname Jenney can be found in different fields, including literature, art, academia, and business.
The Jenney surname, with its diverse variant spellings, remains an intriguing element of British personal nomenclature, reflecting the historical influences and linguistic evolution that characterise the rich tapestry of British surnames.
There are approximately 241 people named Jenney in the UK. That makes it one of Britain's least common surnames. Only around four in a million people in Britain are named Jenney.
Surname type: Location or geographical feature
Origin: English
Region of origin: British Isles
Country of origin: England
Religion of origin: Christian
Language of origin: English
Typical given names associated with the surname
Male
- Brian
- Christopher
- David
- Graham
- John
- Keith
- Michael
- Nigel
- Scott
- Sean
- Simon
- Stephen
Female
- Christine
- Diane
- Donna
- Hayley
- Heather
- Joanne
- Josephine
- Lauren
- Margaret
- Natasha
- Sarah
- Stacey
- Suzanne
- Tina
- Tracey
Similar and related surnames
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