US Popularity:346
Origin:British
Other Origin(s):French, German, Celtic
Meaning:Family wife; Clan, kin, lineage; White fay, white spirit, white phantom
With its soft sound, the feminine name Genevieve will be every bit as sweet as baby. It's the English form of Geneviève, a French title that stems from the medieval name Genovefa. Germanic or Celtic in origin, Genovefa lends definitions like "family wife," "clan," "kin," and "lineage" to Genevieve. This moniker can also be considered a form of Guinevere, sharing the Welsh and Cornish ancestor Gwenhwÿfar, which means “white fay,” “white spirit,” or “white phantom." Your little one can find a role model in Saint Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris, known for her bravery in the face of an invasion from the Huns. As sweet Genevieve grows, their name will encourage them to remain closely connected to their nearest and dearest loved ones. This moniker gets high praise from ObLaDi, a member of The Bump community, who says, "I really love Genevieve. I find it beautiful, feminine, and a little bit spunky all at once."

Common Nicknames for Genevieve

What’s not to like about the name Genevieve? We love that it has super-sweet nicknames—and you can find them all below! Whether you’re searching for something soft or playful—or just plain adorable!—you’re going to love the nickname ideas we’ve rounded up for your little one. Take a look at our list of some of the common and cute alternatives for Genevieve

How Popular Is The Name Genevieve?

The Bump Ranking

Overall:Genevieve is currently #216 on The Bump
Girl:Genevieve is currently #158 on The Bump Girl Names

U.S. Births

Overall:Genevieve is currently #346 in U.S. births
Girl:Genevieve is currently #148 in U.S. births

Yearly Ranking Change:

Year:
2025
#148
in 2025
+ 17
from 2024
In comparison to the previous year's data
Sources
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