Genghis
JENG-gis
The Story of Genghis
This name rings with the authority of a world-changer, a leader whose influence shaped continents.
Originating from Persian, Genghis means 'universal ruler' or 'oceanic ruler.' It is famously borne by Genghis Khan, the founder of the vast Mongol Empire, who united disparate tribes under one banner.
When you say Genghis, you feel a powerful presence. This name is for your son, envisioning him as a natural leader, decisive and strategic, with an ambition that knows no bounds.
What It Means
“Meaning 'universal ruler' or 'oceanic ruler'. Genghis Khan was the founder and Great Khan of the Mongol Empire.”
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Famous Namesakes
Genghis Khan
The founder and first Great Khan of the Mongol Empire
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 1972
Total Births
11
First Recorded
1972
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