Genesis

Girl's name

Genesis is of Greek origin, meaning "beginning" or "origin." It is derived from the Greek word "genesis," which refers to the creation or origin of something.

Meaning Birth
Origin Latin
U.S. births in 2023 3,835
Peak year 2016

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Names Starting With G

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Genesis Rodriguez - Actress known for "Man on a Ledge."
  • Genesis Owusu - Australian-Ghanaian musician.
  • Genesis P-Orridge - English musician and artist.
  • Genesis Butler - Vegan activist and public speaker.
  • Genesis Breyer P-Orridge - English musician and artist.
  • Genesis Lynea - Broadway actress and singer.
  • Genesis Tennon - Daughter of Viola Davis and Julius Tennon.
  • Genesis Potini - New Zealand chess player and subject of "The Dark Horse."
  • Genesis Hansen - TikTok star and social media influencer.
  • Genesis Elijah - British rapper and spoken word artist.

Sisters for Genesis

Girl names closely related to Genesis

Leilani Kailani Allison Melany Kimberly Dayana Daniela Andrea

Brothers for Genesis

Boy names closely related to Genesis

Iker Josue Erick Emmanuel Israel Axel Victor Joel

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Genesis

Genessis Jenesis

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