Jennifer

Meaning & origin

Jennifer is a feminine given name of English origin. It developed as a Cornish form of the Welsh name "Gwynhwyfar", historically associated with women of fair or radiant appearance, and is also related to the variant "Guinevere". The name traces back to ancient Celtic elements meaning "white," "fair," or "blessed," combined with a root interpreted as "smooth," "soft," or sometimes "magical being."

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