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Jensen vs Timothy

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
Timothy Rank #208

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 vs #328 for Jensen.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jensen or Timothy more popular?

Timothy is more popular, ranked #208 compared to Jensen at #328 in the United States.

What do Jensen and Timothy mean?

Jensen means "son of Jens (son of John)" (Scandinavian origin). Timothy means "honoring God" (Greek origin).

Are Jensen and Timothy boy or girl names?

Jensen is primarily a boy name. Timothy is primarily a boy name.

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