Jen
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The Story of Jen
This name, short and true, echoes the bright crest of a wave and the clear light of a fair face.
Jen is a concise form, tracing its roots to the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, which means 'white phantom' or 'fair one.' Over time, it also became associated with the concept of a 'white wave,' suggesting purity and dynamic movement.
When you imagine your child, Jen, you see someone open and ready for life. This is a name for a son or daughter who will meet the world with genuine warmth, a clear spirit, and an easygoing grace.
What It Means
“A short form of Jennifer, meaning 'fair one' or 'white wave'. A simple, versatile name.”
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#17 in 2010
Total Births
404
First Recorded
1922
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