Jeniffer
Jeniffer is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
White phantom, fair wave, or fair one.
Origin and history
Jeniffer is a variant spelling of Jennifer, which derives from the Cornish name Gwenhwyfar, meaning white phantom or fair one. The standard spelling became extremely popular in the United States during the mid-to-late 20th century, while this double-'f' spelling remains a less common variant. It offers a familiar phonetic sound with a slightly distinctive visual style.
Popularity in the United States
3,656 babies in the United States have been named Jeniffer since 1880. It ranks #2919 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2092.
States where it is most popular
- CA (35.6 %)
- TX (21.3 %)
- NY (17 %)
- FL (11.5 %)
- NJ (3.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 5 |
| 1950-1960 | 16 |
| 1960-1970 | 207 |
| 1970-1980 | 785 |
| 1980-1990 | 858 |
| 1990-2000 | 972 |
| 2000-2010 | 705 |
| 2010-2019 | 99 |
| 2020-2029 | 9 |
Nicknames
Jen, Jenn, Jenny, Jenni
Fun facts
- This spelling doubles the 'f', creating a distinct visual variation of the massively popular name Jennifer.
- Like Jennifer, it traces its ultimate roots back to Guinevere, the legendary queen of Arthurian romance.