Genessee
Genessee is a girl baby name. Ranked #52,942 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
Genessee first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 11 babies have been named Genessee in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Genessee is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #52,942 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #52,942
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
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Middle Name Ideas
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About the Name Genessee
Genessee is a girl name .
Genessee is currently ranked #52,942 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Genessee include Gen, Gey, Genie, and Geneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Genessee 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