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Jenner

Female

« Jenner is an English name of recent popularity, originally a variant of Welsh surname Jenkin meaning "little fair-haired man. »

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Meaning, origin, history

Jenner is a name of English origin that has gained popularity in recent years, particularly due to its association with the famous Kardashian-Jenner family. The name Jenner itself does not have a specific meaning or derivation from any language. It is believed to be a variant of the surname Jenkin, which is of Welsh origin and means "little fair-haired man." The use of Jenner as a given name is quite recent and it has not been widely used until the 21st century. However, there are some notable individuals named Jenner who have contributed to its increased popularity. One of the most well-known people with the name Jenner is Caitlyn Jenner, an American television personality and retired Olympic gold medal-winning decathlete. Born as Bruce Jenner in 1949, she transitioned to female in 2015 and has since become a prominent figure in the transgender community. Another famous Jenner is Kylie Jenner, a reality television star and businesswoman who gained fame through the E! reality TV show Keeping Up with the Kardashians. She was born on August 10, 1997, to Kris Jenner and Caitlyn Jenner's ex-husband, Olympic gold medal-winning decathlete Bruce Jenner. In conclusion, while Jenner may not have a specific meaning or ancient origin like some other names, it has certainly made its mark in popular culture thanks to the Kardashian-Jenner family. As with many given names, its popularity is likely to continue to grow and evolve over time.

In numbers

Popularity of the name Jenner since 1880

Total births
15
Total since 1880
Peak year
1977
5 births
in 2014
5
Recent births (5 years)
5-year trend
-100%
vs previous 5 years