Cornish Names that Start With J

  1. Jennifer
    • Origin:

      Cornish variation of Guinevere, Welsh
    • Meaning:

      "white shadow, white wave"
    • Description:

      Jennifer is the Cornish variation of Guinevere, which ultimately derived from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar. As such, it is connected to the queen of Arthurian legend, and sharees the same meaning of "white shadow", "white wave", or "white phantom".
  2. Jago
    • Origin:

      Spanish and Cornish variation of Jacob
    • Meaning:

      "supplanter"
    • Description:

      Jago is a dashing alternative to overused favorite Jacob.
  3. Jenifry
    • Origin:

      Cornish variation of the Welsh name Gwenfrewi
    • Meaning:

      "white peace"
    • Description:

      This Celtic saint's name is the most offbeat Jen name of all.

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