Genevieve

frenchGirl★★★★☆ Popular

Origin and Meaning

The name Genevieve is a girl's name of french origin meaning “tribe woman”.

Genevieve is a name that echoes through the annals of French history. The patron saint of Paris, Saint Genevieve, is credited with saving the city from Attila the Hun in the 5th century. Genevieve rolls off the tongue with a graceful elegance that has helped it maintain popularity through the years. This name is a melodic choice for those seeking something both classic and sophisticated. It offers a plethora of delightful nicknames such as Gen, Genny, or Viv, and is often considered alongside other names like Guinevere or Vivienne.

At a Glance

Originfrench
GenderGirl
Meaningtribe woman
Popularity★★★★☆ (7/10)
Syllables3
Starts withG
Stylesclassic, romantic, religious

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