Origin and Meaning of Ennifer

Meaning & Origin

White Wave

Origin: Welsh - Ennifer is a variant of Jennifer, which is derived from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, where 'gwen' means 'white, fair' and 'hwyfar' means 'wave'.

Interesting Facts

  • Ennifer is a rare variation of Jennifer that retains a unique spelling while connecting to the same roots of beauty and femininity.
  • The name Jennifer became particularly popular in the 20th century, especially in English-speaking countries, and variations like Ennifer are less common.
  • While Ennifer itself is not widely popular, it might evoke associations with the very famous bearer of the name, Jennifer Aniston, an iconic American actress.
  • Jennifer was the most popular name for girls in the United States from the 1970s through the early 1980s, while names like Ennifer remain on the fringes of popularity.
  • Other related names include Jennifer, Ginny, Gwendolyn, and variations like Jenifer and Ginevra.