Jenner
Gender: Boy
Meaning: Fair one, white phantom, white wave
Origin: Cornish/Welsh
Popularity: Ranked #7389 in 2025 with 11 babies born.
History: A variant or related form of Jennifer. Shares the meaning 'Fair one, white phantom, white wave.'
Similar names: jenifer, jennifer, jennyfer, jeanne, jeffery, jenae, jendry, jeneen
Name length: 6 letters
How common is Jenner? About 1 in 302,591 babies born in 2025 were named Jenner, or roughly 0 per day in the United States.
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Frequently asked about Jenner
What does the name Jenner mean?
Jenner means “Fair one, white phantom, white wave” from Cornish/Welsh roots.
What is the origin of the name Jenner?
Jenner has Cornish/Welsh origin. The traditional meaning is “Fair one, white phantom, white wave”.
How popular is Jenner?
Jenner ranked #7194 in 2025 — given to 11 babies that year.
When was Jenner most popular?
Jenner peaked in 2011 with 50 babies registered that year.
Is Jenner a boy or girl name?
Jenner is predominantly a boys' name — over 90% of Jenners in registered births are male.
Is the name Jenner rising or falling in popularity?
Jenner has risen 5096 spots in the rankings over the last 5 years — from #12290 in 2020 to #7194 in 2025.
How long has Jenner been recorded?
Jenner appears in birth records across 44 years — from 1976 through 2025.