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Genevieve

Pronunciation: [ j-EHN-uhv-eev ]

Boy Name #23,363 Most Popular Hidden Gem

A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.

Meaning & Origin

Genevieve is a boy name, recorded for 6 babies in US birth records. It is pronounced j-EHN-uhv-eev.

Parents who love the name Genevieve often also consider Gertrude, Georgia, Genevieve .

Popularity Over Time

#23,363
Current Rank
Hidden Gem Based on SSA data 1880–present

Quick Facts

Gender
Boy
Popularity Rank
#23,363
Total SSA Count
6

Alternative Spellings

Nicknames

Gen Gey Genie Geneie

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Frequently Asked Questions About Genevieve

Is Genevieve a boy or girl name?
Genevieve is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #23363. As a girl name, it is ranked #165. Genevieve is more commonly used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Genevieve?
Genevieve is pronounced j-EHN-uhv-eev.
How popular is the name Genevieve?
Genevieve is currently ranked #23363 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Genevieve?
Common nicknames for Genevieve include Gen, Gey, Genie, and Geneie.
Is Genevieve a common or rare name?
Genevieve is an uncommon name, ranked #23363 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Genevieve

Genevieve is a boy name .

Is Genevieve a boy or girl name? Genevieve is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #23,363 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #165. Genevieve is more commonly used as a girl name.

Genevieve is currently ranked #23,363 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

Common nicknames for Genevieve include Gen, Gey, Genie, and Geneie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Genevieve include Genesis, Gene . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.

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