Genavieve

Genavieve is a French name meaning "woman of the race" or "white wave". It carries a sense of strength and leadership due to its historical associations with Saint Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris.

+ 8% this year
Feminine
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Updated: May 6, 2025
Updated: May 6, 2025
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Baby Name Origin and Meaning

Genavieve is a variant spelling of the name Genevieve, which has French origins and means "woman of the race" or "white wave". The name has historical significance as Saint Genevieve was the patron saint of Paris. Individuals with this name are believed to possess qualities of strength, resilience, and leadership.

Gender: Female

Origin: France

Syllables: 4

Pronunciation: The name Genavieve is pronounced "jen-uh-veev"

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