About Jennis
The surname Jennis is of English origin and is derived from the given name "Jenyn," a diminutive form of the name "John." It is a patronymic surname, meaning it was originally used to identify the descendants of a person named Jenyn. The name John itself is derived from the Hebrew name "Yochanan," meaning "God is gracious." Therefore, the surname Jennis can be interpreted to mean "son of Jenyn" or "descendant of John."
The surname Jennis is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Jennis based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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Here's how to represent the name "Jennis" using braille for the visually impaired.
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