Jenn

Cornish variation of Welsh Guinevere

"white shadow, white wave"

Jenn Origin and Meaning

The name Jenn is a girl's name.

Jenn is primarily a feminine name that originated as a shortened form of Jennifer, which derives from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'white wave' or 'fair spirit.' Jenn became popular as a standalone name in the late 20th century as part of the trend toward shorter, more casual names. It peaked in popularity during the 1970s and 1980s when Jennifer was one of the most common girls' names in the United States. Jenn offers a friendly, approachable quality while maintaining the essence of its longer form. While its usage has declined since its peak, it remains recognized and appreciated for its simplicity and connection to the beloved classic Jennifer.

Famous People Named Jenn

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• Jennifer "Jenn" Proske Canadian,American actress
• Jennifer Christiana "Jenn" Bostic American country singer,songwriter
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• Jenn Ashworth English novelist
• Jennifer "Jenn" Lyon American actress
• Jenn Elizabeth Murray Northern Irish actress
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• Jennifer "Jenn" Forbes Australian singer,songwriter
• Jennifer "Jenn" Korbee American singer and contestant on TV's "American Idol"
• Jennifer "Jenn" Robertson Canadian actress/comedienne
• Jennifer Jeanine "Jenn" Shaw American film director
• Jenn Im Korean,American YouTube personality
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