Jens
Jens is a masculine given name widely used in Denmark, Norway, Germany, and Sweden. It is a form of Johannes, derived from the Latin Iohannes and ultimately from the Hebrew Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." In Scandinavian languages, Jens is a common standalone name; it is closely related to John in English and to Jan in Dutch and German forms.
People named Jens have appeared in a variety of public roles, including politics, sports, and the arts.