Holding steady.
Popularity of Jeffifer since 1970
Babies named Jeffifer per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 72 |
| 1980s | 88 |
| 1990s | 10 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jeffifer is a rare 20th-century coinage likely derived from Jennifer, a name of Welsh origin meaning 'white wave' or 'fair one'. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1970 and reached its peak usage in 1978, though it has never been common. The name has maintained a stable low frequency since its debut, with no recorded top states or significant regional clustering. Jeffifer's spelling reflects a phonetic adaptation that may have been influenced by the masculine name Jeffrey. While not a traditional variant, its connection to Jennifer gives it a familiar yet distinctive feel. The name remains very rare, with fewer than 5 births per year in most decades, making it a unique choice for parents seeking a name with recognizable roots but individual flair.
Jeffifer is likely a respelling of Jennifer, which derives from the Welsh name Gwenhwyfar, composed of gwen 'white, fair, blessed' and hwyfar 'smooth, soft' or 'phantom, fairy'. The name Jennifer itself has been used in English since the 20th century, popularized in the 1970s. Jeffifer appears to be a modern phonetic variant, possibly influenced by the name Jeffrey.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jeff, Jef, Fifi
Variants: Jennifer
Sibling names for Jeffifer
Names that share Jeffifer's style, for a brother or sister.
