Jenesis Unisex
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JEN-uh-sis //ˈdʒɛn.ə.sɪs//
Origin: Modern English; Variant of Genesis
Meaning: Modern creation; origin
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jenesis is a modern variant of the name Genesis, which has its roots in the ancient Greek word 'genesis' (γένεσις), meaning 'origin' or 'birth.' This term was derived from the verb 'gignesthai' (γιγνέσθαι), which means 'to be born' or 'to become.' The Greek term was adopted into Latin as 'genesis,' and it is most notably recognized from the title of the first book of the Bible, the Book of Genesis, which details the creation of the world and the beginnings of humanity. The Book of Genesis was translated into Latin in the Vulgate in the late 4th century, further solidifying the term's significance in Christian theology and literature.
Historically, the name Genesis has been associated with various biblical figures and events, particularly in the context of creation narratives. The Book of Genesis includes foundational stories such as those of Adam and Eve, Noah, and the patriarchs Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, which have had a profound influence on Judeo-Christian thought.
The term has also been used in various literary and philosophical contexts to denote beginnings or origins, contributing to its enduring resonance in Western culture. Culturally, the name Jenesis, as a derivative, carries similar connotations of new beginnings and creation.
It reflects a modern interpretation of the original term, often embraced for its unique spelling and phonetic appeal. The name may evoke themes of renewal and potential, aligning with the symbolic weight of its etymological predecessor.
While Jenesis itself does not have extensive historical documentation, its connection to Genesis allows it to inherit the rich tapestry of meanings associated with creation and origin.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jenesis was first seen in the United States in 1982.
Jenesis has ranked as high as #938 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, New York, and Georgia.
In the past 5 years the name Jenesis has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jenesis 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 Jenesis was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jenesis (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 51 | |
| FL | 40 | |
| GA | 33 | |
| CA | 29 | |
| NC | 16 | |
| VA | 16 | |
| SC | 15 | |
| TN | 15 | |
| NY | 15 | |
| OH | 15 | |
| LA | 14 | |
| IN | 13 | |
| PA | 10 | |
| MS | 8 | |
| NJ | 8 |
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 Jenesis.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 394 |
| 2023 | 450 |
| 2022 | 415 |
| 2021 | 383 |
| 2020 | 278 |
| 2019 | 297 |
| 2018 | 273 |
| 2017 | 234 |
| 2016 | 236 |
| 2015 | 223 |
| 2014 | 214 |
| 2013 | 244 |
| 2012 | 217 |
| 2011 | 198 |
| 2010 | 171 |
| 2009 | 142 |
| 2008 | 132 |
| 2007 | 102 |
| 2006 | 107 |
| 2005 | 94 |
| 2004 | 92 |
| 2003 | 86 |
| 2002 | 53 |
| 2001 | 55 |
| 2000 | 53 |
| 1999 | 39 |
| 1998 | 40 |
| 1997 | 19 |
| 1996 | 24 |
| 1995 | 12 |
| 1994 | 22 |
| 1993 | 10 |
| 1992 | 21 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1990 | 18 |
| 1989 | 8 |
| 1988 | 8 |
| 1986 | 7 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1982 | 5 |