Origin and Meaning of Jennarae
Meaning & Origin
Combination of 'Jennifer' and 'Rae', meaning 'fair one' or 'white phantom' and 'ewe' respectively.
Origin: English - Jennarae is a modern compound name derived from the traditional name Jennifer, which is of Cornish origin, and Rae, which is a variant of Ray or a name of Hebrew origin meaning 'ewe'.
Interesting Facts
- Jennarae is considered a contemporary name that blends elements from popular names Jennifer and Rae, emerging in the late 20th century.
- The name Jennifer was extraordinarily popular in the United States during the 1970s and 1980s, contributing to the rise of variations like Jennarae.
- Notable variations can be found in several cultures, with 'Jennifer' being a well-known name across English-speaking countries.
- While Jennarae is not among the top 1000 names in popular rankings, it reflects the trend of creating unique names by combining popular name elements.
- Related names include Jennifer, Jena, Jenay, and the various forms of Rae like Ray and Rhea.