Jennison
Pronunciation: JEN-ih-sun
Meaning
son of Jen
Origin
English
History & Etymology
Jennison is an English surname that evolved into a given name. It belongs to the patronymic class of surnames, meaning 'son of Jen'. The name 'Jen' itself is a diminutive of 'John' or 'Jennifer'. As a given name, Jennison is relatively rare and has seen occasional use for both boys and girls, though it leans slightly more masculine due to its 'son' ending. Its usage as a first name is a more modern development, likely stemming from the trend of using surnames as given names.
Nicknames & Short Forms
- Jen
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