God is gracious
Jens is a Scandinavian diminutive of Johannes, the equivalent of the English name John. It has been a staple name in Denmark, Norway, and Germany for centuries, representing a long-standing tradition of honoring the biblical figure John the Baptist.
About 18 boys were named Jens in 2025.
Former Prime Minister of Norway and Secretary General of NATO
Renowned Danish-American landscape architect
German former professional road bicycle racer
Nobel Prize-winning chemist
German former professional football goalkeeper
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
