Fair one; white wave
Originally a diminutive of Jane or Janet, Jenny became a popular nickname for Jennifer in the 20th century. It ultimately derives from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, meaning fair or white, and has a long history as an independent name in the English-speaking world.
Less common today
Jenny isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #214 in 1990.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
American actress and comedian
Famous 19th-century Swedish opera singer
The childhood friend and love interest of Forrest Gump · Forrest Gump
American singer-songwriter and lead singer of Rilo Kiley
A main character in the book and TV series Gossip Girl · Gossip Girl
American actress and television personality
American journalist and humorist known as The Bloggess
