Genevieve name meaning

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Updated: March 15th, 2024
Gender: Girl
Origin: Germanic, Celtic and Old Welsh
Usage: English, French and German
Pronunciation: pronunciation of Genevieve zhahn-vee-EVorGEN-uh-veev
Meaning: White Wave, Race of Women, Soft and Jennifer
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What does Genevieve mean?

Genevieve means White Wave, Race of Women, Soft or Jennifer is a gender-neutral name is came from Celtic, Old Welsh and Germanic is used notably in French, German and English. Genevieve is a version of Guinevere.

Guinevere is equivalent of Gwenhwyfar in Old French language. Dominant and Evergreen Old Welsh Guinevere, meaning of Guinevere is "Fair One, Soft and The Elements Gwen Meaning White Fair Blessed Holy".

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How do I pronounce Genevieve?

The most common way to pronounce two syllabled Genevieve is zhahn-vee-EVorGEN-uh-veev. The name can also be pronounced as jen-ah-veev, ge-nevie-ve or gen(e)-vieve.

Variants of Genevieve

Genae, Guinevere, Gina, Gwenhwyfar, Gaenor, Jenifer, Gwennie, Gwenn, Genny, Jennifer, Jennie, Jane, Jenny, Genna, Geneva

Nicknames for Genevieve

If you're looking for a nickname, there is a Mountain that works with the the given name Genevieve. Some of these are:

Names that rhyme with Genevieve

How popular is the name Genevieve?

Genevieve is a popular name in United States given to over 112590 babies in 161 years. Currently the moniker is on a rise, in 1914, it ranked 76th when 3304 parents chose the moniker for their baby girls.

Additionally, the first name has been in the top 100 baby names 15 times Genevieve was a common name in England and Wales. Over 1914 babies have been named Genevieve since 1996.

When at its peak in 2012,. After 23 years, the name has past its prime.

Genevieve is an uncommon baby name in Ireland, although it has been in use since 1964 but could not make beyond the top 300.

Over 447 people have been named Genevieve in Ireland. Genevieve is a rare baby name in France and may not be used now. But Genevieve is a popular baby name in DR Congo where every 1 in 3000 have the name as well as in, Cameroon, Chad, Philippines, Ghana, Canada, Rwanda and Benin.

According to our evaluation, at least 330000 people have been bestowed Genevieve around the globe.

YearBoysGirls
RankBirthsRankBirths
20181721692
20171841653
20161067361871723
20151821771
20142101605
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Genevieve in Nordic countries

CountriesMenWomen
First NameSecondary NameFirst NameSecondary Name
Netherlands05215294
Sweden055156
Norway052238
Denmark00310

What numbers say about Genevieve?

In order to be inspirational to others, you have to create a life worth admiring. When it comes to your personal life, you prefer to keep it private. Listen to your heart, enjoy more and care less. You possess great communication skills. When it comes to love, you like it the old fashioned way. If number 11 is your soul urge no, it reveals your deepest desires. You secretly wish to inspire people with your life.

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  •  Tremaine - Commonly Accepted unisex name Tremaine means "Stone Settlement or From the Stone House" used dominantly in English has its origin in Celtic language
  •  Scot - Largely used in English and Scottish eminent, Scot is of Old English and English origin, meaning of Scot is "Wanderer or A Scotsman" is aimed at both sexes
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Sibling Names for Genevieve

Genevieve is a beautiful and classic name for baby girls that exudes elegance and sophistication. If you're considering naming your little girl Genevieve, you might also be interested in finding a perfect sibling name that complements it well. Here are some great ideas for sibling names to pair with Genevieve.

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Famous people named Genevieve

  • Genevieve Lloyd, Australian philosopher and feminist
  • Genevieve Agostinello,
  • Genevieve Morris, Australian comedian and actress
  • Genevieve Taggard, American poet
  • Genevieve, patron saint of Paris
  • Genevieve Gorder, American television host and interior designer
  • Genevieve McGuckin, Australian musician, songwriter
  • Genevieve Lemon, Australian singer and actress
  • Genevieve Caulfield, blind American teacher
  • Genevieve Cortese,
  • Genevieve Nnaji, Nigerian actress, producer and director
  • Genevieve Hecker, American amateur golfer
  • Genevieve Blinn, Canadian actress
  • Genevieve Buechner, Canadian actress
  • Genevieve Gaunt, English actress
  • Genevieve Tobin, American actress
  • Genevieve Springston Lynch, American painter and art teacher
  • Genevieve O'Reilly, Irish actress
  • Genevieve Bert portrayed small role of Marian Madson in 1921 action film Miracles of the Jungle.
  • In 1997, Genevieve Bissonnette played the role of The Girl in flick Souleyad.
  • Genevieve Hamper characterized the leading character of Renee Delacroix in 1915 drama flick Blindness of Devotion.
  • Genevieve Mooy, from 1985 comedy movie Emoh Ruo, who portrayed the Margaret York.
  • In 1926, Genevieve Townsend characterized the role of Barbara in romance flick The Wonderful Wooing.
  • In 2003 comedy and horror film, Next Victim, Genevieve Deittrick characterized segment "Under The Table".
  • In 2006, Genevieve Adell portrayed the role of Ms. Trent in comedy film 10,000 Apologies.

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