Yennefer: Name Meaning, Origin, and Popularity

Pronunciation: yeh-neh-fer
Origin: Poland
gender-female

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Updated on Jul 01, 2025 · 1 min read
Region Origin: Slavic, Polish
Meaning: The meaning of Yennefer is "fair one" or "white wave."

Yennefer is a feminine name with roots in Slavic and Welsh cultures, often associated with beauty, strength, and mystery. The name gained widespread recognition through popular culture, particularly due to the character Yennefer of Vengerberg from the acclaimed series "The Witcher," originally a book series by Andrzej Sapkowski and later adapted into a successful television series. This character is depicted as a powerful sorceress, contributing to the name's association with magic and intrigue. Yennefer may appeal to those seeking a name that embodies elegance and a sense of enchantment.

Yennefer Name Popularity Data

chat-overall Yennefer is currently #32559 in the popularity of the name rankings.
gender-female Girl: Yennefer is currently #18554 on Kiindred Girl Names
gender-male Overall Unique: Yennefer is currently #16182 on Kiindred Unique Names
gender-female Girl Unique: Yennefer is currently #9290 on Kiindred Girl Unique Names

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