Gennie Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEN-ee / ˈdʒɛniEnglish; diminutive of Gene
Meaning
Noble; well-born
Historical & Cultural Background
Gennie is often considered a diminutive form of the name Gene, which has roots in the Greek name Eugenios. The name has been used in various cultures, primarily in English-speaking countries. It has a modern appeal and is sometimes associated with a friendly, approachable personality.
Trend Summary
Gennie has not been widely popular in the U.S. and remains relatively uncommon.
Similar Names
Variants
- Genie
- Genny
International Variants
- Geni (Italian)
- Genie (English)
Famous people named Gennie
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Fictional characters named Gennie
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Gennie was first seen in the United States in 1902. Gennie has ranked as high as #903 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in Georgia, and Mississippi. In the past 5 years the name Gennie has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Gennie (1923)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| MS | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1902 | 5 |
| 1905 | 5 |
| 1912 | 6 |
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1915 | 6 |
| 1916 | 11 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1919 | 7 |
| 1922 | 5 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 5 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 5 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1932 | 5 |
| 1933 | 7 |
| 1934 | 6 |
| 1936 | 8 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1939 | 5 |
| 1940 | 5 |
| 1943 | 9 |
| 1945 | 7 |
| 1948 | 5 |
| 1950 | 5 |
| 1952 | 6 |
| 1960 | 5 |