Yenifer

Meaning of Yenifer

Yenifer is a lively, sun-kissed twist on the classic Jennifer, a name born from the Cornish Guinevere—meaning “white wave” or “fair one”—that evokes images of shimmering dawns and quiet strength. In Spanish it dances off the tongue as yeh-NEE-fehr (/je.ˈni.feɾ/), while in English it settles into a crisp, melodic yeh-NUH-fer (/jɛn.ˈfər/). Though it may not top the charts like some of its more familiar cousins, Yenifer’s steady presence in the US top 1000 for over thirty years—generally hovering between ranks 800 and 950—speaks to its unique blend of warmth and resilience. Picture her—an adventurous dreamer with a gentle heart—and you’ll see a name that feels both invitingly familiar and refreshingly original, as if a little sunbeam decided to wear a name, bringing a spark of joy wherever she goes.

Pronunciation

Spanish

  • Pronunced as yeh-nee-fehr (/je.ˈni.feɾ/)

American English

  • Pronunced as yeh-nuh-fer (/jɛn.ˈfər/)

U.S. Popularity Chart

Notable People Named Yenifer

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