Genelle Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Genelle is a name of French origin derived from 'Ganelle,' a diminutive of 'Geneviève,' meaning 'woman of the family.' Over time, it has evolved through historical forms and is often associated with creativity. It does not have biblical relevance and gained popularity in the 20th century. The name is currently viewed as elegant and unique.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Genelle"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈnɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
Genelle is derived from the French name 'Ganelle,' which is a diminutive form of the name 'Geneviève.' The name 'Geneviève' itself comes from the Frankish elements 'gen' meaning 'kin' and 'wefa' meaning 'woman.'
Meaning
woman of the family
Language Evolution
Ganelle, Geneviève, Genelle
Historical Usage
Genelle gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, as a modern feminine form that echoes traditional French names.
Variants & Derivatives
Gina, Genie, Genevieve
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Genelle is perceived as a unique and elegant name, often associated with artistic and creative individuals.
Famous People
Genelle Guzman-McMillan, a notable survivor of the September 11 attacks
📊 Genelle Name Trend Analysis
Girl Name Trend
Recent 3-Year Analysis
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✨ Genelle Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 36 peak births in 1981
Geographic Spread
Popular across 5 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 7 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Genelle"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Genelle"
"Genelle" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 2398th of 9107 | 242 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 2128th of 9204 | 290 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2808th of 12526 | 321 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 3287th of 19264 | 328 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4557th of 27321 | 316 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 9725th of 35406 | 165 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 11499th of 30306 | 94 |
Regional Popularity of "Genelle" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Genelle" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
86.51% 1225th/1416 |
- |
78.32% 1853rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
80.20% 1887th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - |
88.07% 2444th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - |
58.73% 2375th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
85.79% 3839th/4475 |
- |
60.55% 3825th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - |
83.68% 6245th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Genelle"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Genelle" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Genelle" in the United States
The name Genelle is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Genelle has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Genelle' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 2398th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2128th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2808th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3287th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4557th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 9725th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 11499th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Genelle' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.