Jenny
JEN-ee
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Meaning: White, fair; God is gracious
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Abner
Boy · Hebrew · Medium name
- Meaning
- My father is light
- Pronunciation
- AB-ner
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Popularity
- Rare in United States (2023)
From Hebrew meaning my father is light.
Popularity: Behind the Name, 2023
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Languages in use: Hebrew, English
Commonly used in: United States, Israel, United Kingdom
Cultural associations
People who share this name. These are context, not the origin of the name.
Abner Doubleday
1819–1893
American Civil War officer, traditionally credited with inventing baseball.
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Behind the Name, Hebrew Name Entries (2024). Last verified 2025-01-15.
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