Genevieve
Genevieve is a girls' name of French origin meaning “woman of the people, white wave.” It ranked #224 in the United States in 2025. The patron saint of Paris, Saint Geneviève is said to have saved the city from Attila the Hun through her prayers.
how do you pronounce Genevieve?
ZHEN-uh-vyev
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what does Genevieve mean?
The name Genevieve means “woman of the people, white wave.” It comes from the French language tradition.
The patron saint of Paris, Saint Geneviève is said to have saved the city from Attila the Hun through her prayers. The name carries deep Parisian roots and a sense of quiet strength. It remains consistently popular in both France and English-speaking countries.
how popular is this name?
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2024 | #224 |
| 2023 | #206 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset
who are famous people named Genevieve?
- Saint Geneviève (patron saint of Paris)
- Geneviève Bujold (Canadian-French actress)
what names are similar to Genevieve?
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