Jennifer

The name Jennifer means 'white fairy', 'white enchantress', or 'white wave'. In essence, it evokes imagery of purity, allure, and mystical beauty.

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Jennifer is of Cornish origin, deriving from the Old Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, which means 'white fairy' or 'white phantom'.

  • Popularity: 1,028th
  • Babies named Jennifer in the US in 2023:
    Female: 583
    Male: 0
  • Nicknames: Jen, Jenny, Jennie, Jeni, J..
  • Full Names: Genevieve, Geneva, Jennilee, Janifer, Jenneriah..
  • Famous Namesakes: Jennifer Aniston - Actress, Jennifer Lopez - Singer/Actress, Jennifer Lawrence - Actress, Jennifer Love Hewitt - Actress/Singer, Jennifer Garner - Actress..
  • Gender: Historically associated predominantly with females.
  • Numerology: In numerology, Jennifer resonates with the number 3. The number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and enthusiasm. Those named Jennifer are often lively, idealistic, and optimistic, displaying a strong desire to inspire and uplift others.

Jennifer saw peak popularity as a girl's name in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, consistently topping baby name charts. Over time, its usage has declined slightly but remains a classic choice for many due to its melodic sound and cultural richness.

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