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Jennifer

JEN-ih-fer3 syllables
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A name of Cornish origin meaning 'white phantom.' (Modern)

What does Jennifer mean?

Modern: A name of Cornish origin meaning 'white phantom.'. Jennifer is derived from the Cornish name 'Gwenhwyfar,' meaning 'white phantom' or 'fair one.'

Is Jennifer a good dog name?

Not yet rated. Say it out loud a few times in your best across-the-park voice before you commit.

Jennifer in the Pets in the City community

We don't have publishable popularity figures for Jennifer in our Auckland community. This does not tell us how common the name is.

From anonymised, aggregated records of dogs at our 5 Auckland centres. Our community, not a national census.

What kind of dog does Jennifer suit?

Human name
Elegant

Suggestions only — plenty of dogs happily wear names that break every rule.

Our entirely unscientific pack opinion

Jennifer Arrives at Check-In

As Jennifer drifts off to nap time, the other dogs whisper, "Is she really a 'white phantom' or just an elegant snoozer dreaming of fine bone china?"

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