White wave or tribe woman
A rare phonetic spelling of Genevieve, likely derived from the Germanic name Kenowefa. It is traditionally associated with Saint Genevieve, the patron saint of Paris, and carries connotations of purity and leadership.
Less common today
Genavive isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #11,022 in 2002.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
