Jennifer

Meaning of Jennifer

It means "white wave" or "fair one". It's a form of the name Guinevere.

Jennifer has Cornish roots — browse every Cornish baby name in our catalog.

Popularity of Jennifer

Jennifer has cooled off, slipping to #586 in 2025, down from a peak of #26 in 2000.

Notable people named Jennifer

• Jennifer Lopez
  Singer, actress, businesswoman
• Jennifer Aniston
  Actress and producer
• Jennifer Lawrence
  Academy Award-winning actress
• Jennifer Garner
  Actress and producer
• Jennifer Hudson
  Singer and actress

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Questions about the name Jennifer

What does the name Jennifer mean?

Jennifer means it means "white wave" or "fair one". it's a form of the name guinevere, and it comes from Cornish origins.

Is Jennifer a boy's or a girl's name?

Jennifer is most commonly used as a girl's name in the United States.

How popular is the name Jennifer?

In 2025, Jennifer ranked #586 for girls, down from #547 the year before.

When was Jennifer most popular?

Jennifer peaked at #26 in 2000.