What is the origin of the name Jennifer?

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1. White Wave

2. smooth; white; fair

3. Fair one. It is a variant of the name Guinevere, who was King Arthur's queen.

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1970-1985: Jennifer = #1 name in USA

51st most popular name in America in 2006

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