Jenifer
Jenifer: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Jenifer
- A female given name from Cornish, a less common form of Jennifer.
- A surname transferred from the given name.
Etymology
See Jennifer.
How popular is Jenifer?
Since 1880, 25,551 girls and 22 boys in the U.S. have been named Jenifer (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #271 in 1973. Its highest rank for boys was #4313 in 1964. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Names similar to Jenifer
Names that start with the same letters, most popular first.
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Sibling name ideas for Jenifer
Sister and brother names that share Jenifer's Cornish roots and are still in the U.S. top 1,000.
Jenifer FAQ
What does the name Jenifer mean?
A female given name from Cornish, a less common form of Jennifer. A surname transferred from the given name. See Jennifer.
What is the origin of the name Jenifer?
Jenifer is listed as a name of Cornish origin.
How popular is the name Jenifer?
Since 1880, 25,551 girls and 22 boys in the U.S. have been named Jenifer (100% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #271 in 1973. Its highest rank for boys was #4313 in 1964. In 2025, 15 babies were given the name, outside the top 1,000.
Is Jenifer a boy or girl name?
Jenifer is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 25,551 girls and 22 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.