Genavieve
jen-uh-VEEV
Popularity
#6452
Letters
9
Syllables
3
Origin
French
Total Births
842
Peak Year
#49 in 2011
First Recorded
1984
Style
Vintage, Sophisticated & Formal
Spelling
Moderate spelling
What It Means
A French form of Guinevere, which may derive from Welsh elements meaning 'white wave' or 'fair'.
Numerology
The Seeker
Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.
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