To give thanks
Jendaya is a name of Shona origin, primarily used in Zimbabwe, signifying gratitude and the act of giving thanks. It is often chosen to express the parents' appreciation for the child's arrival. While rare in the United States, it shares phonetic similarities with more common names like Zendaya.
About 5 girls were named Jendaya in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
