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Jensen vs Briggs

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

Jensen Rank #328
Briggs Rank #327

Briggs is more popular, ranked #327 vs #328 for Jensen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jensen or Briggs more popular?

Briggs is more popular, ranked #327 compared to Jensen at #328 in the United States.

What do Jensen and Briggs mean?

Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin). Briggs means "from the bridges" (Old English / Old Norse origin).

Are Jensen and Briggs boy or girl names?

Jensen is primarily a boy name. Briggs is primarily a boy name.

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