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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Juniper (via French genièvre), also the Swiss city
- Origin
- Old French, from Latin Genava
- Gender
- Girl
- Pronunciation
- jeh-NEE-vah
Geneva is a girl's name that means juniper, coming into English from the French word genièvre. It's also the name of the Swiss city, and it traces back through Old French to the Latin Genava. Pronounced jeh-NEE-vah, it suits a free-spirited, boho, outdoorsy, nature-inspired feel.
Meaning & Origin of Geneva
Meaning: Juniper (via French genièvre), also the Swiss city.
Origin: Old French, from Latin Genava.
How to Pronounce Geneva
jeh-NEE-vahIPA /dʒəˈniːvə/
Popularity of Geneva
Geneva peaked in the U.S. at #106 in 1920, when 2,467 girls were given the name. In 2024 it ranked #1603 with 130 babies, so it's far less common today than a century ago.
Names Like Geneva
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FAQ
What does the name Geneva mean?
Juniper (via French genièvre), also the Swiss city.
How do you pronounce Geneva?
Geneva is pronounced jeh-NEE-vah (IPA: /dʒəˈniːvə/).
Is Geneva a popular name right now?
Geneva peaked at #106 in 1920 and is ranked #1603 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1880–2024.)
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