Jennifer is a popular given name of American origin, derived from the Welsh name Guinevere, which means 'fair' or 'white'. It has been widely used since the mid-20th century and peaked in popularity during the 1970s. Jennifer is often shortened to Jenny, Jen, or Jenna. Notable individuals named Jennifer include Jennifer Aniston, a renowned actress, and Jennifer Lawrence, an Academy Award-winning actress known for her role in "The Hunger Games" series. The name Jennifer has also inspired various fictional characters, such as Jennifer Harrington from the popular novel "Gone Girl" by Gillian Flynn.
"Jennifer has seen a fluctuating number of births over the years, with peaks in 1973 and 1985, and a notable gap between 1974 and 1982. Overall, there have been 47 babies named Jennifer born in those years."