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Timothy 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

Timothy Rank #208
Jensen Rank #328

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Timothy or Jensen more popular?

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

What do Timothy and Jensen mean?

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

Are Timothy and Jensen boy or girl names?

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

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