Genesis Girl

Popularity: #65 · Trend: ↘ Falling

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JEN-uh-sis //ˈdʒɛn.ɪ.sɪs//

Origin: Hebrew; English

Meaning: Hebrew: 'creation'; English: 'beginning'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Genesis originates from the Greek word "genesis," meaning "origin" or "birth." This term is derived from the verb "gignesthai," which means "to be born" or "to become." The Greek word was adopted into Latin as "genesis," which retained the same meaning. The name entered the English language through the Latin translations of the Bible, particularly the Vulgate, where it is used to denote the first book of the Old Testament, detailing the creation of the world and the beginnings of humanity.

This biblical association has significantly influenced the name's usage and perception throughout history. Historically, the Book of Genesis has been a foundational text in Judeo-Christian traditions, dating back to its composition in the 6th century BCE.

It recounts the creation narrative, the stories of the patriarchs, and the early history of the Israelites. The significance of Genesis in religious contexts has led to its enduring presence in literature and culture, often symbolizing beginnings, creation, and the unfolding of life.

The name has also been associated with various religious figures and saints, though not as a personal name in the same way as others. Culturally, Genesis embodies themes of creation and origin, resonating with various artistic and literary works throughout the centuries.

Its use in titles, such as "The Genesis of a New Idea," reflects its symbolic weight as a term representing beginnings and foundational concepts. The name has also inspired diminutive forms and variations in different cultures, though these are less prominent.

Overall, Genesis carries a rich historical and cultural significance, rooted in its etymological origins and its pivotal role in religious texts.

Famous people named Genesis

In this section, you will find notable people named Genesis. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Genesis who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

We also feature individuals named Genesis who have made meaningful contributions to science, politics, athletics, literature, and other areas of public interest.

Please note that not every baby name in our database currently has a famous namesake listed. If you would like to suggest a name we may have missed or submit a correction, feel free to contact us. We review and finalize additions and corrections within 24 hours.

Genesis P-Orridge was a musician and artist best known for being a founding member of Throbbing Gristle and Psychic TV.

Genesis Rodriguez is an actress best known for her roles in Hours, The Last Stand, and Tusk.

Fictional characters named Genesis

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Genesis is a fictional character from the video game series Final Fantasy. They are a major antagonist in Final Fantasy VII: Crisis Core, known for their complex personality and connection to the game's themes of identity and existence.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Genesis, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

EdenSerenityHopeFaithJoyHarmony

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Genesis. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

JasmineJocelynGenevieveGiselleJulietGwendolynGina

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Genesis was first seen in the United States in 1964.

Genesis has ranked as high as #153 nationally, which occurred in 2016, and has been most popular in California, Texas, New York, Florida, and Georgia.

In the past 5 years the name Genesis has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Genesis is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Genesis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Genesis.

Year Total Births Boy Girl
2025 3,676 149 3,527
2024 4,032 183 3,849
2023 3,869 206 3,663
2022 3,658 210 3,448
2021 3,575 230 3,345
2020 3,971 279 3,692
2019 4,275 244 4,031
2018 4,310 211 4,099
2017 4,377 103 4,274
2016 4,450 99 4,351
2015 4,261 93 4,168
2014 4,235 65 4,170
2013 4,386 80 4,306
2012 4,385 76 4,309
2011 3,596 83 3,513
2010 3,371 68 3,303
2009 3,751 82 3,669
2008 3,600 77 3,523
2007 2,547 61 2,486
2006 2,158 70 2,088
2005 2,291 67 2,224
2004 1,914 56 1,858
2003 1,556 63 1,493
2002 1,433 61 1,372
2001 1,469 51 1,418
2000 1,351 48 1,303
1999 1,305 61 1,244
1998 1,226 41 1,185
1997 1,181 34 1,147
1996 1,068 40 1,028
1995 840 44 796
1994 1,084 42 1,042
1993 629 47 582
1992 728 42 686
1991 623 39 584
1990 410 19 391
1989 373 51 322
1988 265 18 247
1987 151 13 138
1986 84 20 64
1985 80 11 69
1984 74 13 61
1983 72 9 63
1982 68 13 55
1981 62 11 51
1980 59 8 51
1979 66 12 54
1978 67 12 55
1977 41 10 31
1976 40 8 32
1975 42 7 35
1974 35 10 25
1973 27 10 17
1972 8 0 8
1971 10 0 10
1970 17 6 11
1969 7 0 7
1964 5 0 5

Top States for Genesis (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
TX 692
18%
CA 596
15%
FL 258
7%
NY 195
5%
GA 190
5%
NC 188
5%
IL 126
3%
VA 126
3%
MD 122
3%
TN 114
3%
NJ 112
3%
AZ 98
2%
IN 79
2%
PA 72
2%
AL 69
2%
SC 67
2%
OH 65
2%
CO 55
1%
NV 54
1%
MI 51
1%
WA 48
1%
LA 44
1%
MA 41
1%
OK 39
1%
KY 39
1%
MO 33
1%
CT 32
1%
AR 31
1%
OR 31
1%
NE 29
1%
NM 28
1%
KS 28
1%
MN 27
1%
MS 25
1%
WI 25
1%
DC 22
1%
IA 21
1%
UT 18
0%
ID 15
0%
DE 13
0%
SD 11
0%
RI 7
0%
HI 5
0%