Jentje
Hebrew via Germanic · Girl · 2 syllables
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About the name Jentje
Jentje is a Dutch diminutive of Jente or Jantje, derived from Johannes (meaning "God is gracious" in Hebrew), following Germanic naming conventions.
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Etymology
Jentje is a Dutch diminutive of Jente or Jantje, derived from Johannes (meaning "God is gracious" in Hebrew), following Germanic naming conventions. It is primarily used in Dutch and Flemish-speaking cultures, with historical roots in Northern European Christian traditions.
Jentje currently ranks #96 in the United States as a girl's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1888.
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