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. Notable individuals include Jens Stoltenberg (Norwegian politician and former prime minister who has served as NATO Secretary General since 2014), Jens Lehmann (German football goalkeeper), Jens Spahn (German politician), Jens Lekman (Swedish singer-songwriter), and Jens Johansson (Swedish keyboardist).