Girl
Jennifer
“white wave, fair”
- Origin
- Celtic
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity
- 76 of 100Popular
- Nicknames
- Jen · Jenny
About the name Jennifer
Jennifer is a feminine first name meaning “white wave, fair”, with roots in Celtic. The name has 3 syllables. It is fairly common. Common nicknames include Jen, Jenny.
Frequently asked about Jennifer
- What does the name Jennifer mean?
- The first name Jennifer means “white wave, fair”.
- Where does the name Jennifer come from?
- Jennifer has its roots in Celtic.
- Is Jennifer a girls' or boys' name?
- Jennifer is a feminine first name (a girls' name).
- How popular is Jennifer?
- Jennifer is a fairly common first name.
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