Jennifer
Girl name · 15,389 babies recorded · 1974–2025
Jennifer: 15,389 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to girls, peaking at 850 births in 1984.
A Cornish and Welsh form of Guinevere, Jennifer ultimately derives from the Arthurian name Gwenhwyfar, meaning "white phantom" or "fair lady" in Old Celtic. It was little used in Scotland until the 1940s, then rocketed to become one of the most popular girls' names through the 1970s and 80s, before gradually declining. Hollywood has given the name a timeless glamour through actresses Jennifer Aniston, Jennifer Lawrence, and Jennifer Lopez, each a defining star of her era. The name also carries a strong literary echo through its Arthurian roots, linking it to the legendary queen of Camelot. A common Scottish variant is Jenny, long used as a familiar form and now occasionally given independently.
Girl 51 of 52 years
- Peak year
- 1984850 babies
- Latest (2024)
- #3848 babies
- Total births
- 15,389since 1974
- 5-year trend
- ▼ 68%vs prior 5y