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Genevieve vs Imelda

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Imelda

Girl #3,675 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"powerful in battle, mighty warrior"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

Spanish Italian Filipino Irish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#3,675
Total SSA Count
42
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Genevieve Rank #165
Imelda Rank #3,675

Genevieve is more popular, ranked #165 vs #3675 for Imelda.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Genevieve or Imelda more popular?

Genevieve is more popular, ranked #165 compared to Imelda at #3675 in the United States.

What do Genevieve and Imelda mean?

Genevieve means "tribe woman; woman of the people" (Germanic origin). Imelda means "powerful in battle, mighty warrior" (Germanic origin).

Are Genevieve and Imelda boy or girl names?

Genevieve is primarily a girl name. Imelda is primarily a girl name.

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