Genoveva
Genoveva is a girl's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Tribe woman or woman of the race.
Origin and history
Genoveva is a female given name of ancient Celtic or Germanic origin, often associated with the Latinized Genevieve. It carries historical depth through Saint Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris. In the United States, it remains a rare choice, maintaining consistent but low-frequency usage.
Popularity in the United States
2,577 babies in the United States have been named Genoveva since 1880. It ranks #3478 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #2044.
States where it is most popular
- TX (78.3 %)
- CA (17 %)
- NM (3.2 %)
- NY (1.2 %)
- AZ (0.31 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 16 |
| 1890-1900 | 67 |
| 1900-1910 | 74 |
| 1910-1920 | 185 |
| 1920-1930 | 425 |
| 1930-1940 | 301 |
| 1940-1950 | 247 |
| 1950-1960 | 236 |
| 1960-1970 | 217 |
| 1970-1980 | 220 |
| 1980-1990 | 175 |
| 1990-2000 | 140 |
| 2000-2010 | 111 |
| 2010-2019 | 106 |
| 2020-2029 | 57 |
Famous people named Genoveva
- Genoveva Añonma: Athlete, Soccer Player
- Genoveva Casanova: Author, Philanthropist
Nicknames
Veva, Genny, Gena
Fun facts
- The name is closely tied to Saint Genevieve, who is revered as the patron saint of Paris.
- Genoveva serves as the Spanish, Portuguese, German, and Slavic equivalent of the English name Genevieve.