Geneva
Geneva is a girl's name of Celtic origin.
Meaning
Juniper tree or mouth of the river.
Origin and history
Geneva is a classic name of place-name origin derived from the Swiss city, which likely comes from a Gaulish root meaning 'juniper' or 'mouth of the river'. It gained widespread usage in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. While less common today, it remains a recognized vintage choice.
Popularity in the United States
88,758 babies in the United States have been named Geneva since 1880. It ranks #404 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1317.
States where it is most popular
- KY (8.3 %)
- TX (8.3 %)
- NC (6.3 %)
- GA (6.1 %)
- TN (5.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 663 |
| 1890-1900 | 1,669 |
| 1900-1910 | 3,861 |
| 1910-1920 | 15,043 |
| 1920-1930 | 23,273 |
| 1930-1940 | 14,279 |
| 1940-1950 | 9,485 |
| 1950-1960 | 6,175 |
| 1960-1970 | 3,350 |
| 1970-1980 | 2,510 |
| 1980-1990 | 2,336 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,974 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,603 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,712 |
| 2020-2029 | 825 |
Famous people named Geneva
- Geneva Mercer: Sculptor, Artist
Nicknames
Gen, Genny, Neva
Fun facts
- The name directly references the city of Geneva in Switzerland, famous for its picturesque lake and global diplomatic role.
- Geneva was a top-100 name for girls in the United States around the turn of the 20th century.