Jeneffer Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEN-uh-fer / /ˈdʒɛnəfər/English; variant of Jennifer
Meaning
English: white wave; Welsh: fair and yielding
Historical & Cultural Background
Jeneffer is a variant of the name Jennifer, which has its roots in the Cornish name 'Gwenhwyfar.' The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with femininity and beauty. The spelling 'Jeneffer' is less common but reflects a modern twist on the traditional name.
Trend Summary
The name Jeneffer has seen limited use and is less popular than its variant Jennifer.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jennifer
- Jenifer
- Jenefer
International Variants
- Gwenhwyfar (Welsh)
- Guinevere (English)
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jeneffer was first seen in the United States in 1972. Jeneffer has ranked as high as #1214 nationally, which occurred in 1990, and has been most popular in California. In the past 5 years the name Jeneffer has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jeneffer (1991)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1972 | 5 |
| 1986 | 5 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 13 |
| 1991 | 7 |
| 1994 | 7 |