Geneva
Meaning
"woman of the tribe"
Origin: Gaulish Celtic
Cultural Roots
Quick Stats
- Popularity Rank
- #1,604
- Total SSA Count
- 130
- Syllables
- 3
- Formality
- Moderate
- Nicknames
- Gen, Genny, Eva
Baby Name Comparison — 2026
"woman of the tribe"
Origin: Gaulish Celtic
"white, fair, blessed"
Origin: Welsh
Geneva is more popular, ranked #1604 vs #1791 for Gwyneth.
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Geneva is more popular, ranked #1604 compared to Gwyneth at #1791 in the United States.
Geneva means "woman of the tribe" (Gaulish Celtic origin). Gwyneth means "white, fair, blessed" (Welsh origin).
Geneva is primarily a girl name. Gwyneth is primarily a girl name.