Mary vs Jennifer
Comparing Mary and Jennifer? Both are popular picks for parents in 2026. Mary ranks in the Top 100 tier and traces to Hebrew naming roots (meaning "Bitter, beloved"). Jennifer sits in the Top 100 tier with Welsh origins (meaning "Fair, smooth, white wave").
Mary
- Meaning: Bitter, beloved
- Origin: Hebrew
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Mary name page
Jennifer
- Meaning: Fair, smooth, white wave
- Origin: Welsh
- Popularity (2026): Top 100
- Full Jennifer name page
Which name is more popular: Mary or Jennifer?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Mary ranks higher (Top 100) than Jennifer (Top 100).