Geneva Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationjuh-NEE-vuh / /dʒəˈniː.və/French; Latin
Meaning
French: juniper tree; Latin: 'from Geneva'
Historical & Cultural Background
Geneva is a city in Switzerland known for its rich history and as a center for diplomacy. The name has been used in various cultures, often associated with the qualities of the city. It has gained popularity as a given name in recent years, although it is more commonly used for girls.
Trend Summary
The name Geneva has seen a gradual increase in usage in the United States.
Similar Names
Variants
- Geneve
- Genève
International Variants
- Ginevra (Italian)
- Ginebra (Spanish)
- Genève (French)
Famous people named Geneva
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Fictional characters named Geneva
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Geneva was first seen in the United States in 1912. Geneva has ranked as high as #882 nationally, which occurred in 1926, and has been most popular in North Carolina. In the past 5 years the name Geneva has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Geneva (1933)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NC | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 9 |
| 1920 | 15 |
| 1921 | 8 |
| 1922 | 12 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1926 | 16 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 13 |
| 1930 | 9 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 9 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 6 |
| 1940 | 9 |
| 1941 | 6 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1944 | 8 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 6 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1965 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |