Jenna Wade

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Jenna Wade — English
47K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Jenna Wade is a name that combines English origins. The first name Jenna is a feminine given name of English origin. Jenna is a female given name. In the English-speaking world it is a variation of Jenny, which is itself a diminutive of Jane, Janet, Jennifer and is often used as a name in its own right. Jenna Andrews (born 1985 or 1986), Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer Jenna Arnold (born 1981), American activist and businesswoman Jenna Bass (born 1986), South African film director Jenna Boyd (born 1993), American actress Jenna Buglioni (born 2002), Canadian ice hockey player Jenna Busch (born 1973), American entertainment journalist Jenna Bush (born 1981), daughter of George W. The surname Wade: Wade is a surname of Anglo-Saxon English origin. It is thought to derive from the Middle English given name "Wade", which itself derived from the Old English verb "wadan" (wada) meaning "to go", or as a habitational name from the Old English word "(ge)waed" meaning "ford". Variants of this surname include Waide and Wadey, the latter a diminutive variant. There is also a documented relationship between Wade and Waythe, the latter derived by a variant form of "wade" meaning a ford, that being "wath"; there is likewise a relationship between Wade/Waythe and Ford/Forth. Jenna is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 47K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Jenna reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Jenna

English

Jenna is a female given name. In the English-speaking world it is a variation of Jenny, which is itself a diminutive of Jane, Janet, Jennifer and is often used as a name in its own right. Jenna Andrews (born 1985 or 1986), Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer Jenna Arnold (born 1981), American activist and businesswoman Jenna Bass (born 1986), South African film director Jenna Boyd (born 1993), American actress Jenna Buglioni (born 2002), Canadian ice hockey player Jenna Busch (born 1973), American entertainment journalist Jenna Bush (born 1981), daughter of George W.

Surname: Wade

English

Wade is a surname of Anglo-Saxon English origin. It is thought to derive from the Middle English given name "Wade", which itself derived from the Old English verb "wadan" (wada) meaning "to go", or as a habitational name from the Old English word "(ge)waed" meaning "ford". Variants of this surname include Waide and Wadey, the latter a diminutive variant. There is also a documented relationship between Wade and Waythe, the latter derived by a variant form of "wade" meaning a ford, that being "wath"; there is likewise a relationship between Wade/Waythe and Ford/Forth.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Jenna is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 53%
United Kingdom 26%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Jenna by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Jenna Wade

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Jenna Wade:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

3
Soul Urge Number

Creativity and self-expression. Associated with artistic flair, optimism and sociability — a natural communicator.

2
Personality Number

Cooperation and sensitivity. A diplomatic, gentle nature with strong empathy, thriving in partnerships and harmony.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Jenna?
The first name Jenna originates from English. Jenna is a female given name. In the English-speaking world it is a variation of Jenny, which is itself a diminutive of Jane, Janet, Jennifer and is often used as a name in its own right. Jenna Andrews (born 1985 or 1986), Canadian singer, songwriter, and record producer Jenna Arnold (born 1981), American activist and businesswoman Jenna Bass (born 1986), South African film director Jenna Boyd (born 1993), American actress Jenna Buglioni (born 2002), Canadian ice hockey player Jenna Busch (born 1973), American entertainment journalist Jenna Bush (born 1981), daughter of George W.
When was Jenna most popular?
The name Jenna reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wade?
The surname Wade originates from English. Wade is a surname of Anglo-Saxon English origin. It is thought to derive from the Middle English given name "Wade", which itself derived from the Old English verb "wadan" (wada) meaning "to go", or as a habitational name from the Old English word "(ge)waed" meaning "ford". Variants of this surname include Waide and Wadey, the latter a diminutive variant. There is also a documented relationship between Wade and Waythe, the latter derived by a variant form of "wade" meaning a ford, that being "wath"; there is likewise a relationship between Wade/Waythe and Ford/Forth.
How common is the surname Wade?
The surname Wade is shared by approximately 97K people worldwide.
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