NAME PROFILE
Jef
Derived from the French word for the Chenin Blanc grape, signifying vitality and growth; it describes a person who is sophisticated, adaptable, and possesses a naturally sparkling personality.
Key Stats
| Total births | 129 |
| Gender | Male (7% / 93%) |
| Peak year | 1960 |
| Peak generation | Boomer |
| First recorded | 1960 |
| Most recent | 1961 |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 100%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%NE — 0%
Notable People
Chenin Boutwell (Noted American lifestyle photographer) · Chenin Duclos (French actress known for independent cinema) · Chenin Carlton (Contemporary abstract artist) · Chenin Doiron (Professional skateboarder) · Chenin Strelow (Fashion industry executive and trend analyst)
Nicknames & Diminutives
ChenChennieNini
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