Genevia Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Genevia is a name of Latin origin, derived from the Gaulish 'Genovefa', meaning 'woman of the race'. It has evolved through various historical forms and gained popularity in the late 19th century. The name is associated with elegance and uniqueness, with no biblical significance. Notable individuals with this name have contributed to its modern appeal.
The name Genevia is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. Generation generation in the South 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, Genevia has been stalled for female in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in South. Across generations, 'Genevia' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1500th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1695th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2800th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 7786th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14996th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 26403rd out of 35406 names. Discover how the name 'Genevia' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Genevia"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈniːviə/
Origin
Latin
Etymology
The name Genevia is believed to be derived from the Latin name 'Genevieve', which itself is thought to originate from the Gaulish name 'Genovefa', meaning 'woman of the race' or 'woman of the tribe'.
Meaning
woman of the race, woman of the tribe
Language Evolution
Genovefa (Gaulish), Genevieve (Latin), Genevia (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Genevia gained popularity in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in English-speaking countries, influenced by the historical and cultural resonance of the name Genevieve.
Variants & Derivatives
Genevieve, Gen, Genny
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Genevia is perceived as a unique and elegant name, appealing to parents looking for distinctive yet classic options.
Famous People
Genevia Morgan (a contemporary artist), Genevia Smith (a noted author)
Explore More Genevia Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Genevia"
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 "Genevia"
"Genevia" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1500th of 9107 | 498 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1695th of 9204 | 415 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2800th of 12526 | 322 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 7786th of 19264 | 80 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 14996th of 27321 | 40 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 26403rd of 35406 | 17 |
Regional Popularity of "Genevia" 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 "Genevia" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
53.34% 1262nd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
54.99% 1294th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
67.23% 1918th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Genevia"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Genevia" 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.