Jennifer
GirlCornish
Jennifer is a girl name of Cornish origin meaning "White wave or fair phantom".
About this name
Gender
Girl
Language
Cornish
Religion
Christian
Popularity
53 / 100
Syllables
3
Length
8 letters
Meaning
White wave or fair phantom
Etymology
Derived from Cornish 'jenifer', a variant of 'Ginevra', which is itself derived from Welsh 'Gwenhwyfar', likely composed of gwen (white, fair) and hwyfar (smooth, phantom, or wave).
Famous People Named Jennifer
- Jennifer Lopez — American singer and actress (born 1969)
- Jennifer Aniston — American actress (born 1969)
- Jennifer Lawrence — American actress and producer (born 1990)
- Jennifer Connelly — American actress (born 1970)
- Jennifer Doudna — American biochemist
Frequently Asked Questions About Jennifer
What does the name Jennifer mean?
Jennifer means "White wave or fair phantom", and is of Cornish origin.
What is the origin of the name Jennifer?
Jennifer originates from Cornish, commonly used in Europe.
Is Jennifer a boy or girl name?
Jennifer is typically used as a girl name.
What religion is the name Jennifer associated with?
Jennifer is associated with Christian.
Are there famous people named Jennifer?
Yes — notable people named Jennifer include Jennifer Lopez (American singer and actress, born 1969), Jennifer Aniston (American actress, born 1969), Jennifer Lawrence (American actress and producer, born 1990), Jennifer Connelly (American actress, born 1970) and Jennifer Doudna (American biochemist).
Last updated: June 2026