Jenkins

Q: How popular is the name Jenkins?

Jenkins is ranked #31194 in popularity for boy names.

Pronunciation: [ j-EHNGK-uhnz ]

Boy Name #31,194 Most Popular Hidden Gem 7 Letters

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Jenkins is a boy name, recorded for 5 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced j-EHNGK-uhnz.

Parents who love the name Jenkins often also consider Deason, Kyleem, Raimundo .

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Popularity Over Time

#31,194

Current Rank

Peaked 1952 Based on SSA data 1880–present

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Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Popularity Rank: #31,194
Total SSA Count: 5

Nicknames

Jen Jey Jenie Jenkie

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Jenkins Andrew

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Jenkins Angel

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Jenkins Jayden

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Jenkins Bennett

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Jenkins Dominic

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Jenkins Adriel

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Jenkins Damian

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Jenkins Charles

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Jenkins Brooks

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Jenkins Diego

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Frequently Asked Questions About Jenkins

Is Jenkins a boy or girl name?

Jenkins is primarily used as a boy name.

How do you pronounce Jenkins?

Jenkins is pronounced j-EHNGK-uhnz.

How popular is the name Jenkins?

Jenkins is currently ranked #31194 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Jenkins?

Common nicknames for Jenkins include Jen, Jey, Jenie, and Jenkie.

Is Jenkins a common or rare name?

Jenkins is an uncommon name, ranked #31194 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Jenkins

Jenkins is a boy name .

Jenkins is currently ranked #31,194 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Jenkins include Jen, Jey, Jenie, and Jenkie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.