Genevieve

Girl's name

Genevieve is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Germanic name Genovefa, composed of the elements "kuni" meaning "kin" and "wefa" meaning "woman."

Meaning Woman of the tribe
Origin English
U.S. births in 2023 1,835
Peak year 1918

Appears In These Collections

Vintage French Beautiful

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Genevieve Nnaji - Nigerian actress and producer.
  • Genevieve Bujold - Canadian actress known for "Anne of the Thousand Days."
  • Genevieve Cortese - American actress known for "Supernatural."
  • Genevieve Gorder - American TV host and interior designer.
  • Genevieve Padalecki - American actress known for "Wildfire."
  • Genevieve Gaunt - British actress known for "Harry Potter" films.
  • Genevieve Angelson - American actress known for "Good Girls Revolt."
  • Genevieve Hannelius - American actress and singer.
  • Genevieve O'Reilly - Irish actress known for "Rogue One."
  • Genevieve Lemon - Australian actress known for "The Piano."

Sisters for Genevieve

Girl names closely related to Genevieve

Violet Isabelle Rosalie Isla Margot Zoey Sloane Blake

Brothers for Genevieve

Boy names closely related to Genevieve

Miles Elliot Arthur Lawrence Oliver Dean Quentin Theodore

Name Variants

Names with similar meaning to Genevieve

Geneva Genoveva Neva

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