Girl · 173rd of 30,306
Genevieve
Meaning, origin and U.S. popularity at a glance
123,270
Total Births
145
Years of Data
1918
Peak Popularity Year
3,313
Peak Births
Generational story
Where Genevieve stands across generations
Rankings for U.S. births from 2013 to 2024.
Based on the most recent three-year movement in the national data.
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Meaning, origin & U.S. popularity
Summary
Genevieve is a French name with roots in Old German, meaning 'woman of the family'. It evolved from 'Genovefa' to its current form. The name is linked to Saint Genevieve, enhancing its historical significance. It is currently viewed as a sophisticated name, with various popular variants and derivatives.
Etymology & cultural background Open the full meaning, origin, history, and variants
Etymology & Cultural Background
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒɛnəviːv/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Genevieve is derived from the Old German name 'Genovefa', which is believed to be composed of the elements 'gen' meaning 'kin' or 'family', and 'wefa' meaning 'woman'.
Meaning
woman of the family
Language Evolution
Genovefa, Geneviève
Historical Usage
The name became popular in France during the Middle Ages, particularly due to the veneration of Saint Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris.
Variants & Derivatives
Geneviève, Genny, Gen, Neva
Modern Popularity & Image
Genevieve is perceived as a classic and elegant name, often associated with sophistication and charm. Its popularity has seen a resurgence in recent years.
Famous People
Genevieve Bujold, Genevieve Nnaji, Genevieve Cortese
Trend Analysis
Boy Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
3-Year Trend:
Stable
25-Year Trend:
Relatively Stable
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Key Insights
Popularity Trend
Highly Popular name with 3,313 peak births in 1918
Geographic Spread
Popular across 51 US states, with strongest presence in North Dakota
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 11 different American generations with varying popularity
Alternative spellings & similar sounds
Compare 2 names that share a similar pronunciation but use different spellings.
Historical Birth Statistics
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History
Full popularity table across American generations 11 generation and gender records
Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Recorded births |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3484th of 7545 | 88 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4278th of 6773 | 45 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 13420th of 16616 | 12 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 21740th of 23106 | 6 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 100th of 9107 | 49,153 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 207th of 9204 | 16,398 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 504th of 12526 | 6,354 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 553rd of 19264 | 5,255 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 503rd of 27321 | 7,405 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 372nd of 35406 | 13,578 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 173rd of 30306 | 20,564 |