Gennevieve
Gennevieve is a girl baby name. Ranked #68,692 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
Gennevieve first appeared in US Social Security records in 2007.
Over 5 babies have been named Gennevieve in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Gennevieve is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #68,692 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #68,692
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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About the Name Gennevieve
Gennevieve is a girl name .
Gennevieve is currently ranked #68,692 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Gennevieve include Gen, Gey, Genie, and Gennie. 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)
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