UK girl's name
Jenissa
A feminine name of uncertain origin and meaning potentially connected to Jennifer or Genesis.
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jenissa is a girl's name in the UK records. People looking for Jenissa popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #5891, with 3 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 3 births.
This profile covers 3 England and Wales registrations across 1 recorded years from 2024 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Jenissa is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 3 living people in the UK are called Jenissa. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jenissa ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales in 2024, with 3 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 3 girls were registered as Jenissa.
- • About 3 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jenissa as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#5891
2024
Births in 2024
3
Latest year
Peak year
2024
3 births
Estimated living
3
2026
Meaning
What does Jenissa mean?
The name Jenissa is believed to have originated from the Persian language, with roots that can be traced back to ancient Persia, now known as Iran. It is thought to be a variation of the Persian name Jenica, which means "fragrant flower" or "blossoming beauty."
In the ancient Persian culture, names often held significant meanings and were chosen to reflect desirable qualities or traits that parents wished for their children. The name Jenissa was likely bestowed upon girls with the hope that they would embody the grace and beauty symbolized by a fragrant flower.
While the exact origins of the name Jenissa are shrouded in antiquity, some historical references suggest that variations of the name appeared in ancient Persian texts and literature. However, specific mentions are scarce, as record-keeping practices were not as meticulous in those times.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jenissa can be found in the writings of the celebrated Persian poet Rumi, who lived during the 13th century. In his collection of poems, he made a passing reference to a character named Jenissa, though details about her significance are obscure.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jenissa, although their legacies may not be as well-known as those of more prominent figures. One such person was Jenissa al-Khalili, a renowned Persian calligrapher who lived during the 16th century and contributed significantly to the art of Arabic calligraphy.
Another noteworthy bearer of the name was Jenissa Banu, a Persian mathematician and astronomer who lived in the 10th century. She is credited with making significant contributions to the study of mathematics and the development of astronomical instruments during the Islamic Golden Age.
In the realm of literature, Jenissa Darabzand was a Persian poet and writer who lived in the 18th century. Her works, though not widely known today, were celebrated in her time for their poetic language and insightful observations on life and society.
Jenissa Khayyam, a 12th-century Persian philosopher and poet, is also remembered for her thought-provoking writings on metaphysics and the human condition. Her name, while less familiar than that of her contemporary Omar Khayyam, has been recorded in historical accounts of the era.
Lastly, Jenissa Tabatabai was a 19th-century Persian scholar and educator who dedicated her life to the pursuit of knowledge and the advancement of education for women. Her efforts to promote literacy and learning among women in her time were groundbreaking and left a lasting impact on Persian society.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Decades
Jenissa by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jenissa was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #5891 | 3 | 1 |
Related
Names similar to Jenissa
- Jessica 105,041
- Jasmine 35,227
- Jade 19,646
- Julia 11,780
- Jennifer 11,529
- Jodie 9,357
- Jemima 6,454
- Josephine 5,889
- Jessie 5,418
- Josie 5,284
- Jasmin 4,706
- Jenna 4,646
FAQ
Jenissa: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jenissa in the UK right now?
In 2024, Jenissa was ranked #5891 for girls in England and Wales, with 3 births registered.
When was Jenissa most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 3 babies registered as Jenissa in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jenissa?
A feminine name of uncertain origin and meaning potentially connected to Jennifer or Genesis.
How many people are called Jenissa in the UK?
A total of 3 babies have been registered as Jenissa across the 1 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.