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Jennifer

JEN-i-fər

Popularity

#547

falling

Letters

8

Syllables

3

Origin

Celtic

Total Births

1,476,028

Peak Year

#63,792 in 1972

First Recorded

1919

Style

Vintage

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Jennifer is a Cornish name meaning 'white wave' or 'fair one'. It is derived from the Cornish form of Guinevere.

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Numerology

2

The Peacemaker

Diplomatic, sensitive, and cooperative. These names bring a harmonious, gentle quality.

Famous Namesakes

  • Jennifer Aniston

    American actress and producer

  • Jennifer Lopez

    American actress, singer, and dancer

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