Yenifer Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Yenifer is a Spanish variant of the name Jennifer, which has its roots in the Old Welsh name Gwenhwyfar meaning 'white phantom' or 'white enchantress'. Over time, it evolved through various forms and became popular in the 20th century. The name is associated with modernity and is primarily used in Hispanic cultures. There is no biblical relevance associated with the name.
The name Yenifer is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Yenifer has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Yenifer' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6576th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3019th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 9431st out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Yenifer' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Yenifer"
Pronunciation
/ˈjɛnɪfər/
Origin
Spanish
Etymology
Yenifer is a variant of the name Jennifer, which is derived from the Cornish form of the Old Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, meaning 'white phantom' or 'white enchantress'.
Meaning
white phantom or white enchantress
Language Evolution
Gwenhwyfar (Old Welsh), Jennifer (Cornish), Yenifer (Spanish variant)
Historical Usage
The name Jennifer gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, and subsequently influenced variations like Yenifer.
Variants & Derivatives
Jennifer, Yeniffer, Jenny
Modern Popularity & Image
Yenifer is perceived as a modern and unique variant of Jennifer, often associated with Hispanic cultures.
Famous People
Yenifer Pacheco, a notable athlete, Yenifer Cedeño, a recognized artist
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Yenifer"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Yenifer"
"Yenifer" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6576th of 27321 | 187 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3019th of 35406 | 836 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 9431st of 30306 | 130 |
Regional Popularity of "Yenifer" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Yenifer" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
93.65% 4191st/4475 |
55.31% 2873rd/5194 |
50.70% 3203rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
56.58% 2922nd/5164 |
32.56% 2381st/7313 |
31.31% 2337th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Yenifer"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Yenifer" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.