Genie Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Genie has its roots in Arabic, derived from 'jinn', meaning spirit or supernatural being. It evolved through various languages, including Latin and Old French, before becoming prominent in English. The name is associated with magic and whimsy, reflecting traits of fantasy and enchantment. There is no biblical relevance tied to this name.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Genie"
Pronunciation
/ˈdʒiːni/
Origin
Arabic
Etymology
The name 'Genie' is derived from the Arabic word 'jinn', which refers to supernatural beings in Islamic theology. The term 'jinn' has its roots in the Arabic verb 'janna', meaning 'to hide' or 'to conceal'.
Meaning
spirit, supernatural being
Language Evolution
jinn (Arabic), genius (Latin), genius (Old French), genie (English)
Historical Usage
The concept of genies became popular in Western culture primarily through the stories of 'One Thousand and One Nights' (Arabian Nights), particularly the tale of Aladdin and his magic lamp, which was translated into various languages in the 18th and 19th centuries.
Variants & Derivatives
Djinn, Genio, Genius
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, 'Genie' is often associated with magical beings that grant wishes, largely influenced by popular culture, including movies and literature. The perception is generally positive, embodying whimsy and fantasy.
Famous People
Genie Francis, an American actress known for her role on the soap opera 'General Hospital', Genie Bouchard, a Canadian professional tennis player
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Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 69 peak births in 1982
Geographic Spread
Popular across 11 US states, with strongest presence in California
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 10 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Genie"
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 "Genie"
"Genie" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 3280th of 7545 | 102 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 4497th of 6773 | 38 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 1983rd of 9107 | 325 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1868th of 9204 | 352 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 1668th of 12526 | 755 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 2614th of 19264 | 463 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 3572nd of 27321 | 441 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 12752nd of 35406 | 106 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 14808th of 30306 | 56 |
Regional Popularity of "Genie" 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 "Genie" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
78.32% 1853rd/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
83.98% 1976th/2353 |
91.53% 1416th/1547 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
100.00% 2430th/2430 |
63.13% 1801st/2853 |
55.50% 1540th/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
78.14% 2749th/3518 |
62.51% 2528th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
100.00% 3685th/3685 |
90.41% 4046th/4475 |
57.76% 3000th/5194 |
62.45% 3945th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Genie"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Genie" 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 "Genie" in the United States
The name Genie is most popular in California, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Baby Boomers generation in the West region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. 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, Genie 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, 'Genie' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 3280th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 4497th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd out of 7552 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1983rd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1868th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1668th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2614th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 3572nd out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 12752nd out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 14808th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Genie' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.