Jiffy Pop
/ˈdʒɪfi pɑːp/noun
A branded popcorn product designed to be popped in its own foil pan over heat.
Did you know?Jiffy Pop was introduced in 1959 in a disposable foil pan that expanded dramatically as the popcorn popped, creating its famous “magic” visual effect.
Etymological Timeline
Late 18th Century
English
jiffy
“An extremely short, unspecified period of time; the ultimate origin is uncertain.”
17th–18th Century
English
pop
“To make a sudden explosive or sharp sound, likely reflecting the sound itself.”
19th Century
English
popcorn
“Corn whose kernels burst open when heated.”
1950s
English
Jiffy Pop
“A newly coined brand name combining “jiffy,” meaning quickly, with “pop,” referring to popping corn.”
1959
American English
Jiffy Pop
“A packaged popcorn product introduced by American Home Products in a foil pan.”
Modern English
English
Jiffy Pop
“A recognizable brand name for stovetop popcorn in expandable foil packaging.”