Of the race of women; white wave
A rare spelling variant of the French name Genevieve. It is likely derived from the Germanic elements 'kuni' meaning kin or race and 'wefa' meaning woman, or potentially from Celtic roots meaning white wave.
Less common today
Genevive isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,362 in 2008.
Patron saint of Paris known for her piety and courage
Academy Award-nominated French-Canadian actress
American actress known for Good Girls Revolt
American actress known for the series Wildfire
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
