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Jens James Nielson, 1860 - 1925
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Jens James Nielson, 1860 - 1925
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Jens Guy Nielson, 1902 - 1940
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Jens James Nielson, 1860 - 1925
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Jens James Nielson, 1860 - 1925
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Jens Peter Nielson, 1862 - 1935
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Jens Jenson Nielson, 1843 - 1928
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Jens (James) Nielson, 1860 - 1925
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Jens James Nielson, 1860 - 1925
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Jens Lyman Nielson, 1886 - 1920
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Jens Lyman Nielson, 1886 - 1920
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Jens Guy Nielson, 1902 - 1940
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Jens Lyman Nielson, 1886 - 1920
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Jens Peter Nielson, 1861 - 1934
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Jens Peter Nielson, 1864 - 1934
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Jens Peter Nielson, 1864 - 1934
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Jens Christian Nielson, 1852 - 1940
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Jens P. Nielson in Emmons County record - May 12 1910
Newspaper Name Index, USA, Canada, and Australia
Jens Nielson in The Deseret News - June 25 1898
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Jens Christian Nielson, 1852 - 1940
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Jens Nielson, 1891 - 1917
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Jens C Nielson, 1883 - 1883
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Jens Nielson, 1868 - 1921
Utah, Salt Lake County Death Records, 1908-1949
Jens Jensen, 1856 - 1937
Michigan Deaths
Jens Nielson, 1851 - 1915
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Jens Nielson, 1859 - 1943
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Jens Nielson, 1856 - 1930
Michigan DeathsJens Peter Nielson, 1864 - 1934
BillionGravesJens Ole Jo Nielson Nielson, 1934 - 2016
BillionGravesJens Lee Nielson, 1844 - 1921
BillionGravesJens Nielson, 1828 - 1918
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Jens Christian Nielson, 1848 - 1920
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966
Jens Nielson, 1828 - 1918
Utah, Veterans with Federal Service Buried in Utah, Territorial to 1966
Jens Nielson, 1887 - 1949
Arizona Death CertificatesJens Christian Nielson, 1852 - 1940
Colorado, Mesa County Obituaries
Jens , Circa 1725 - 1727
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Jens , Circa 1707 - 1708
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Jens , Circa 1667 - 1689
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Jens , Circa 1761 - 1761
Denmark Church Records, 1576-1919
Jens Nielson, Circa 1862 - 1902
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois)
Jens Nielson, died 1895
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois)
Jens Nielson, born 1898
Names & Stories in Newspapers from OldNews.com (Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois)Jens Nielson, 1821 - 1906
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Jens Patar Nielson, Circa 1928 - 1956
Canada, British Columbia Deaths
Jens Nielson, Circa 1878 - 1929
Australia, Cemetery Inscriptions
Jens Nielson, died 1954
Australia, Cemetery Inscriptions
Jens Christian Nielson, 1893 - 1957
Australia, Cemetery Inscriptions
Jens Christian Nielson, died 1969
Australia, Cemetery InscriptionsJens Nielson, Circa 1827 - 1918
Utah Death Certificates, 1904 - 1958Jens Christian Nielson, Circa 1853 - 1940
Utah Death Certificates, 1904 - 1958Jens Linden Nielson, Circa 1867 - 1924
Utah Death Certificates, 1904 - 1958
Jens C Nielson, Circa 1910 - 1932
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- Jense Neilson
- Jensey Nielsen
- Jenson Nielssen
- Jense Nielssøn
- Danish: Jens Nielsen
- Finnish: Jens Nielsson
- German: Jens Nielsen
- Norwegian: Jens Nilsen
- Swedish: Jens Nilsson


- Denmark 53%
- USA 26%
- Norway 9%
- Sweden 8%
- Germany 2%
- United Kingdom 1%
- Other 1%
The first name Jens is of Scandinavian origin, particularly prevalent in Denmark and Norway, and is derived from the Hebrew name Yochanan, meaning "God is gracious." Historically, Jens has been a common name in these regions since the Middle Ages, often associated with individuals who were seen as kind or benevolent. The name reflects a cultural appreciation for grace and favor, which may have influenced the characteristics attributed to those who bore it, often seen as friendly and approachable. Variations of Jens can be found in several languages and cultures, including Jan in Dutch and German, Giovanni in Italian, and John in English, each carrying similar meanings related to grace and favor. The name has maintained its popularity in Scandinavian countries, often used in both traditional and modern contexts, showcasing its enduring appeal and cultural significance.
The last name Nielson is of Scandinavian origin, particularly prevalent in Denmark and Norway, where it is derived from the given name Niels, a variant of Nicholas, meaning "victory of the people." Historically, surnames in this region often indicated lineage, with Nielson signifying "son of Niels." This patronymic naming convention reflects the common practice of identifying individuals by their father's name, which was a significant aspect of social structure in these cultures. Variations of the surname can be found across different countries and languages, including Nielsen, Nilsen, and Nielssen, each reflecting regional linguistic differences in spelling and pronunciation. The name has also spread to other parts of the world, particularly through immigration, leading to its presence in the United States and other countries, where it retains its Scandinavian roots while adapting to local naming conventions.
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