Genevieve
Genevieve first appears in US records in 1880. It peaked in 1918, when 3,304 girls were given the name; in 2025 there were 1,981.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Genevieve popular?
Rising Genevieve has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 10,882 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 15,643 | |
| 2000s | 8,226 | |
| 1990s | 4,567 | |
| 1980s | 4,752 | |
| 1970s | 3,634 | |
| 1960s | 2,546 | |
| 1950s | 3,174 | |
| 1940s | 5,123 | |
| 1930s | 9,690 | |
| 1920s | 24,780 | |
| 1910s | 22,830 | |
| 1900s | 5,292 | |
| 1890s | 2,904 | |
| 1880s | 1,088 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Genevieve mean?
A name of Celtic or Germanic roots, often read “tribe woman” or “woman of the race.” Saint Genevieve is patron of Paris.
Nicknames for Genevieve
- Gen
- Vivi
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Genevieve mean?
Genevieve means Of Celtic/Germanic origin, tribe woman. A name of Celtic or Germanic roots, often read “tribe woman” or “woman of the race.” Saint Genevieve is patron of Paris.
What is the origin of the name Genevieve?
Genevieve is of French origin.
How do you pronounce Genevieve?
Genevieve is pronounced “JEN-uh-veev.”
Is Genevieve a boy or a girl name?
Genevieve is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Genevieve a popular name right now?
Genevieve has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Genevieve?
In 2025, Genevieve ranked #148 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Genevieve most popular?
Genevieve was most popular in 1918, when about 3,304 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What are common nicknames for Genevieve?
Common nicknames for Genevieve include Gen, Vivi.
What names are similar to Genevieve?
Names similar to Genevieve include Josephine, Eleanor, Vivienne, Adeline.
What names go well with Genevieve?
French names that pair well with Genevieve include Amy, Paul, Charlotte, Louise, Roy.