Genevieve Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJEN-uh-veev / ˈdʒɛnəˌviːvFrench; Latin
Meaning
French: woman of the race; Latin: tribe woman
Historical & Cultural Background
Genevieve is derived from the Old French name 'Genèvieve', which itself comes from the Latin 'Genovefa'. The name has been popular in France since the Middle Ages, particularly due to Saint Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris. It has also been used in various forms across different cultures, contributing to its widespread appeal.
Trend Summary
Genevieve has seen a resurgence in popularity in the United States, particularly in the 21st century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Gen
- Genny
International Variants
- Ginevra (Italian)
- Ginevieve (Spanish)
- Geneviève (French)
Famous people named Genevieve
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Genevieve was first seen in the United States in 1913. Genevieve has ranked as high as #906 nationally, which occurred in 1924, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Genevieve has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Genevieve
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 5 |
| 1914 | 9 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 9 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 6 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1933 | 5 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1989 | 7 |
| 2016 | 6 |