What does the name Jennifer mean?

The name Jennifer means "Fair, smooth".

What is the origin of the name Jennifer?

Jennifer is a name of Welsh origin.

In 2023, 552 babies were named Jennifer in the United States. The name is currently falling in popularity.

Yes, Jennifer is traditionally used as a girl's name.

Girl's name

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Births Last Year: 552 ↘

All-Time Total: 1,471,191

Peak Year: 1972

Jennifer is of Cornish origin, derived from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, meaning "white enchantress" or "fair one."

Jennifer Aniston - Actress, known for "Friends" and romantic comedies.
Jennifer Lopez - Singer, actress, and dancer.
Jennifer Lawrence - Actress, known for "The Hunger Games" series.
Jennifer Garner - Actress, known for "Alias" and "13 Going on 30."
Jennifer Hudson - Singer and actress, known for "Dreamgirls."
Jennifer Love Hewitt - Actress, known for "Ghost Whisperer" and "I Know What You Did Last Summer."
Jennifer Connelly - Actress, known for "A Beautiful Mind" and "Requiem for a Dream."
Jennifer Beals - Actress, known for "Flashdance" and "The L Word."
Jennifer Grey - Actress, known for "Dirty Dancing."
Jennifer Tilly - Actress, known for "Bullets Over Broadway" and "Bound."

Girl names closely related to Jennifer

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Boy names closely related to Jennifer

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Names with similar meaning to Jennifer

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Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

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