The name Jentzen is of Germanic origin, derived from the personal name Genzian, which was used among the Goths and means "gracious." It is a variant spelling of Jenkin, an English form of the Welsh name Glyn, which means "valley." The name Jentzen is not widely known or commonly used, making it quite unique. It has been recorded in small numbers in various countries over time, but remains relatively uncommon compared to more traditional names.
The name Jentzen experienced significant fluctuations in popularity between 2005 and 2023, with a total of 192 babies born during this period. The highest years for the name were 2013 and 2021, each with 16 and 15 births respectively. However, there were several years where the name was barely used, such as 2005 and 2018, both with only 5 births recorded.