About Jens
The surname Jens is of German and Scandinavian origin, derived from the given name Jens, which is a variant of Johannes. Johannes is the German and Scandinavian form of the name John, ultimately derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "Yahweh is gracious." Therefore, the surname Jens can be understood to mean "son of Jens" or "descendant of Jens," with Jens being a variation of the name John.
The surname Jens is a unique entry in our records. Discover more about its distribution and characteristics:
Below is the ethnic distribution of the surname Jens based on recent US Census records. This is a brief glimpse into the diverse backgrounds of people carrying this surname.
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