Jens Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Jens Name at a Glance

Name	Jens
Meaning	Danish form of John.
Origin	Danish
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Jens Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Jens means “Danish form of John”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Jens Name Origin

Our database records Jens under Danish origin. Browse more Danish baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Jens a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Jens is listed as a boy name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Jens

When considering Jens for a baby, you may want to compare its recorded meaning and origin with family traditions, pronunciation, spelling, initials, middle names and how the full name sounds with the family name.