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Jansen vs Penn

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Penn

Boy #2,952 Most Popular 1 Syllable

Meaning

"hill, headland, enclosure"

Origin: Old English

Cultural Roots

American English Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,952
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
1
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jansen Rank #2,836
Penn Rank #2,952

Jansen is more popular, ranked #2836 vs #2952 for Penn.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jansen or Penn more popular?

Jansen is more popular, ranked #2836 compared to Penn at #2952 in the United States.

What do Jansen and Penn mean?

Jansen means "son of Jan (John)" (Dutch origin). Penn means "hill, headland, enclosure" (Old English origin).

Are Jansen and Penn boy or girl names?

Jansen is primarily a boy name. Penn is primarily a boy name.

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