Genesee
Pronunciation: [ j-EHN-uhs-ee ]
Genesee is a girl baby name. Ranked #46,706 in the US, popular nicknames include Gen, Gey, and Genie.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Genesee first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 278 babies have been named Genesee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Genesee is past its peak , currently ranked #46,706 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #46,706
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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About the Name Genesee
Genesee is a girl name .
Genesee is currently ranked #46,706 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Genesee include Gen, Gey, Genie, and Geneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Genesee include Genesis, Genevieve, Geneva, Genevie . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis