Jenifer
Jenifer is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
White wave, fair one, or white phantom.
Origin and history
Jenifer is a variant spelling of Jennifer, derived from the Cornish name Gwenhwyfar, meaning white phantom or fair one. It experienced a peak in popularity during the mid-to-late 20th century along with its standard counterpart. While less common today, it remains a recognizable classical alternative.
Popularity in the United States
25,551 babies in the United States have been named Jenifer since 1880. It ranks #910 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2001.
States where it is most popular
- CA (16.3 %)
- TX (9 %)
- NY (6.3 %)
- OH (4.8 %)
- IL (4.5 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 39 |
| 1940-1950 | 399 |
| 1950-1960 | 1,344 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,491 |
| 1970-1980 | 8,169 |
| 1980-1990 | 5,653 |
| 1990-2000 | 3,061 |
| 2000-2010 | 2,828 |
| 2010-2019 | 467 |
| 2020-2029 | 100 |
Famous people named Jenifer
- Jenifer Lewis: Actress, Singer
- Jenifer Bartoli: Singer, TV Personality
Nicknames
Jen, Jenny, Jenni
Fun facts
- The name shares its origin with Guinevere, the legendary queen of King Arthur.
- Jenifer emerged as a streamlined alternative to the traditional double-n spelling Jennifer.