White wave or phantom; also a surname for a joiner.
Jenner has two distinct etymological paths. As a Cornish derivative of Jennifer, it shares the meaning 'white wave' or 'fair phantom'. More commonly in English history, it originated as an occupational surname for a 'ginour' or joiner, referring to a skilled engineer or craftsman.
About 11 boys were named Jenner in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
English physician and scientist who pioneered the smallpox vaccine
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