Gen Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEN / /dʒɛn/English; Hebrew
Meaning
English: Noble; Hebrew: Gift from God
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Gen is often considered a diminutive of names like Genesis or Gene. In Hebrew culture, it is associated with the idea of a gift, reflecting a positive connotation. The name has seen varied usage in different cultures, often linked to themes of nobility and divine favor.
Trend Summary
The name Gen is not widely popular in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gene
- Genny
International Variants
- Gen (Japanese)
- Jin (Chinese)
Famous people named Gen
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Fictional characters named Gen
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gen was first seen in the United States in 1969. Gen has ranked as high as #1243 nationally, which occurred in 1995, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Gen has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gen
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1974 | 5 |
| 1981 | 6 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1987 | 5 |
| 1990 | 5 |
| 1995 | 7 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2002 | 6 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |