Genevieve

Meaning tribe woman
Origin Celtic, French, German
Gender Girl
Popularity Popular
Length 9
Syllables 3
Syllabification Gen-e-vieve

About Genevieve

Genevieve is a name with a rich history and a timeless elegance. Derived from the Germanic name "Genovefa," it carries a beautiful meaning of "woman of the race" or "woman of the people." This French name exudes strength, grace, and a deep sense of community.

Genevieve has various international variations, including Ginevra, Genoveva, Genovefa, and Genowefa, adding to its global appeal. Similar names like Guinevere, Gwendolyn, Evangeline, Vivienne, and Jennifer also resonate with the same classic charm.

Throughout history, Genevieve has been associated with remarkable women. Real-life figures such as Nigerian actress Genevieve Nnaji, French Resistance member Geneviève de Gaulle-Anthonioz, and South African model Genevieve Morton have brought distinction to the name. In the realm of fiction, characters like Genevieve Delacroix from "The Night Circus" and Genevieve Duchannes from the "Beautiful Creatures" series captivate readers' imaginations.

Choosing Genevieve for your baby girl bestows a name that echoes strength, femininity, and a sense of belonging. With its timeless appeal and international variations, Genevieve is a name that will accompany your daughter throughout her life, empowering her to make her mark on the world while cherishing her roots.

Variations of Name Genevieve

Ginevra
Genoveva
Genovefa
Genowefa

Nicknames for Genevieve

Gen
Genny
Viv
Vivi
Eve

Famous People Named Genevieve

Genevieve NnajiNigerian actress
Geneviève BujoldCanadian actress
Geneviève de Gaulle-AnthoniozFrench Resistance member
Genevieve MortonSouth African model
Geneviève WaïteSouth African actress
Geneviève de FontenayFrench beauty pageant organizer
Genevieve GorderAmerican television host and designer
Geneviève LantelmeFrench stage actress
Genevieve PadaleckiAmerican actress
Genevieve BehrendNew Thought author
Geneviève MarentetteCanadian singer-songwriter
Genevieve CorteseAmerican actress
Geneviève BrouilletteCanadian actress
Geneviève Alison-Jane MoyetEnglish singer
Geneviève PageFrench actress
Geneviève JoyFrench actress
Genevieve TedderAmerican writer and director
Genevieve Rose AngelsonAmerican actress
Geneviève ParisFrench opera singer
Genevieve KangSingaporean actress

Characters Named Genevieve

Genevieve Delacroixfrom the novel "The Night Circus" by Erin Morgenstern
Genevieve Duchannesfrom the "Beautiful Creatures" series by Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl
Genevieve Teaguefrom the TV series "Smallville"
Genevieve "Ginny" Weasleyfrom the "Harry Potter" series by J.K. Rowling
Genevieve "Gigi" Godwinfrom the TV series "Gossip Girl"
Genevieve "Genny" Germainefrom the TV series "House of Cards"
Genevieve Flynnfrom the TV series "The Originals"
Genevieve "Gen" Haspielfrom the webcomic "Girl Genius" by Phil and Kaja Foglio
Genevieve "Gen" Hartleyfrom the TV series "Heartland"
Genevieve Duchampsfrom the video game "BioShock"
Genevieve Aristidefrom the video game "F.E.A.R"
Genevieve Dufresnefrom the film "Kill Bill - Volume 1"
Genevieve Rotafrom the film "Genevieve"
Genevieve L'Amourfrom the film "Love Me Tonight"
Genevieve Le Ploufffrom the film "Gentleman Jim"
Genevieve MacKenziefrom the film "Alaska"
Genevieve Fontainefrom the film "The Last of the Mohicans"
Genevieve Russellfrom the film "The Bad Seed"
Genevieve Selsorfrom the film "The Garden of Eden"
Genevieve Caulfieldfrom the video game "The Witcher 3 - Wild Hunt"