Ethan Hawkins

By Ethan Hawkins
Naming Trends Analyst

Updated on September 07, 2024

Genvieve

US Popularity Rank: 9953

Origin: German

Meaning: Woman of the family

Genvieve is a feminine name that acts as a subtle spin on the French Geneviève. With its Germanic elements kunja and wība, it translates to “woman of the family.” If baby’s family tree is full of iconic women for them to look up to, Genvieve can be a meaningful choice. Many people have held a variant of Genvieve over the years, including scholars, actors, and even St. Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris. With this sharp twist on a classic moniker, Genvieve can give your little one plenty of inspiration.