Find out how popular the first name Jennyfer has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Jennyfer by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Jennyfer is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 13 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Jennyfer.

The history of the first name Jennyfer

The name Jennyfer is a variant spelling of the name Jennifer, which has its origins in the Welsh language. Jennifer is a feminine form derived from the Welsh name Gwenfrewi or Gwenhwyfar, meaning "fair, smooth, and white."

The name Gwenfrewi is believed to have been borne by a 5th-century Welsh saint, also known as St. Winefred or St. Winefride. According to legend, she was beheaded by a prince for refusing his advances, but her head was miraculously reattached, and a well sprang up where her head fell.

The name Jennyfer gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States and other English-speaking countries. It is thought to have originated as a variant spelling of Jennifer, possibly due to phonetic or regional influences.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jennyfer can be found in the 1939 film "The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle," where the character Jennyfer Wren is portrayed by actress Gail Patrick. Another early example is Jennyfer McIntosh, a Scottish film actress active in the 1940s and 1950s.

Among notable historical figures with the name Jennyfer, there is Jennyfer Wolf Clarke, an American writer and journalist born in 1941. She is known for her work covering the Vietnam War and her memoir "War Stories: A Memoir of Years Spent in Vietnam."

Another Jennyfer of note is Jennyfer Shap Marín, a Colombian model and actress born in 1975. She has appeared in various Colombian television shows and films.

Jennyfer Ann Russo, born in 1937, was an American actress and singer who appeared in several films and television shows throughout the 1960s and 1970s.

Jennyfer Meadows, born in 1972, is a Canadian actress known for her roles in films such as "Saving Silverman" and "The Sweetest Thing."

Jennyfer Aleshia Lewis, born in 1965, is an American author and motivational speaker who has written several books on personal development and self-empowerment.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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