Noble or generous
Derived from the Greek name Gennadios, it is rooted in the word 'gennadas' meaning noble or high-born. It has been a traditional name in Russia and Eastern Europe for centuries, often associated with early Christian saints.
Less common today
Gennady isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #4,608 in 2018.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Professional boxer and multi-time middleweight champion
Cosmonaut who held the record for most time spent in space
Renowned Soviet and Russian orchestral conductor
The only Vice President of the Soviet Union
