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Avery vs Jensen

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Jensen

Boy #328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"son of Jens (son of John)"

Origin: Scandinavian

Cultural Roots

Scandinavian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#328
Total SSA Count
1,054
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Avery Rank #259
Jensen Rank #328

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 vs #328 for Jensen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Avery or Jensen more popular?

Avery is more popular, ranked #259 compared to Jensen at #328 in the United States.

What do Avery and Jensen mean?

Avery means "ruler of the elves" (Anglo-Saxon/Norman origin). Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin).

Are Avery and Jensen boy or girl names?

Avery is primarily a boy name. Jensen is primarily a boy name.

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