Genevieve
Female name · ★ Classic
52,746
Total Births
1918
Peak Year
#166
Rank 2023
1880
First Recorded
📋 About the Name Genevieve
Genevieve is a classic female name that has remained popular for over a century in the United States. With approximately 52,746 total births recorded since 1880, it is one of the most enduring American names. It peaked in popularity during the 1910s.
📊 Popularity by Decade
| 1880s | 1,791 births |
| 1890s | 3,274 births |
| 1900s | 5,231 births |
| 1910s | 11,646 births |
| 1920s | 10,423 births |
| 1930s | 4,140 births |
| 1940s | 2,067 births |
| 1950s | 1,277 births |
| 1960s | 995 births |
| 1970s | 1,428 births |
| 1980s | 1,834 births |
| 1990s | 1,761 births |
| 2000s | 2,914 births |
| 2010s | 2,742 births |
| 2020s | 1,223 births |
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How popular is the name Genevieve?
Genevieve has been given to 52,746 babies in the United States since 1880. It peaked in popularity in 1918 with 1,408 births that year. In 2023, it ranked #166.
Is Genevieve a boy or girl name?
Genevieve is primarily used as a female name in the United States.
When was Genevieve most popular?
Genevieve was most popular in 1918, when 1,408 babies were given this name. The name has been consistently popular for over a century.
How old is the name Genevieve?
Genevieve first appeared in US records in 1880 (the earliest year in the dataset).