Jennifer

Jennifer means “White wave; fair one”.

Origin: CornishRegion: USA, GlobalGender: GirlSyllables: 3

US popularity

#17

all-time rank

1464K

births

declining

Gen X era

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Frequently asked

What does the name Jennifer mean?

Jennifer means "White wave; fair one", and is of Cornish origin.

What is the origin of Jennifer?

Jennifer originates from Cornish.

How popular is the name Jennifer?

Jennifer has been given to about 1,464,265 babies in the US and is currently declining, most associated with the Gen X generation.

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