Etymology and History of the Surname

JENNINGS

Derivation:
An English derivation from the forename Jenyn/Janyn (a variation of John) meaning 'gift of God', 'son of Janyn or Johannes'.

History:
A name that uses the father's name as the surname, in this case the father's name was probably John or a variant of it.

Linked Surnames:
Jenning, Jenkinson, jenningson, jenner, jennison