Genie
Pronunciation: [ j-EEN-ee ]
Genie is a boy baby name. Ranked #19,851 in the US, popular nicknames include Gen and Gey.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Genie first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 6 babies have been named Genie in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Genie is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #19,851 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #19,851
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Genie is also used as a girl name, ranked #71598.
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About the Name Genie
Genie is a boy name .
Is Genie a boy or girl name? Genie is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #19,851 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #71,598. Genie is more commonly used as a boy name.
Genie is currently ranked #19,851 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Genie include Gen and Gey. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis