Yenifer Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationYEN-ih-fer / /ˈjɛnɪfər/Spanish; English
Meaning
Spanish: Variant of Jennifer; English: Fair one
Historical & Cultural Background
Yenifer is a modern variant of the name Jennifer, which has its roots in the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar. The name gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with beauty and fairness due to its meaning. The spelling 'Yenifer' reflects a contemporary adaptation that has emerged in various cultures.
Trend Summary
Yenifer is a less common variant of Jennifer and has seen limited popularity in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jennifer
- Jenifer
International Variants
- Ginevra (Italian)
- Guinevere (English)
Famous people named Yenifer
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Fictional characters named Yenifer
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Yenifer was first seen in the United States in 1989. Yenifer has ranked as high as #1303 nationally, which occurred in 2006, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia. In the past 5 years the name Yenifer has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Yenifer (2011)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 24 |
| 1993 | 23 |
| 1994 | 37 |
| 1995 | 37 |
| 1996 | 45 |
| 1997 | 59 |
| 1998 | 56 |
| 1999 | 63 |
| 2000 | 68 |
| 2001 | 65 |
| 2002 | 71 |
| 2003 | 61 |
| 2004 | 54 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 80 |
| 2007 | 62 |
| 2008 | 52 |
| 2009 | 27 |
| 2010 | 30 |
| 2011 | 19 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 8 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 6 |
| 2016 | 9 |
| 2017 | 11 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2022 | 11 |
| 2023 | 15 |
| 2024 | 14 |