Gennevieve
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Gennevieve is a girl’s name of French origin, meaning “A French name meaning 'white wave', of uncertain Germanic origin.”, and peaked in popularity in 1917.
What Gennevieve Means
“A French name meaning 'white wave', of uncertain Germanic origin.”
The Story of Gennevieve
Imagine a name as fluid and captivating as a white wave cresting on a distant shore.
Gennevieve is a French name, often considered a variant of Genevieve. Its Germanic roots are uncertain, but it is widely interpreted to mean 'white wave.' First appearing in records in the early 20th century, it possesses an airy, elegant quality.
For your daughter, Gennevieve suggests an elegant, graceful spirit, intelligent and kind. You see her creative mind flowing like water, her gentle nature bringing clarity and beauty to her surroundings.
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The Achiever
Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#5 in 1917
Total Births
10
First Recorded
1917
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