Genesis
Genesis: name meaning, origin and popularity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈd͡ʒɛ.nə.səs/
Meaning and origin of Genesis
- A female given name from Ancient Greek of American usage since the 1980s.
Etymology
From Ancient Greek γένεσις (génesis, “creation, beginning, origin”).
How popular is Genesis?
Since 1880, 93,578 girls and 3,666 boys in the U.S. have been named Genesis (96% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #55 in 2013. Its highest rank for boys was #824 in 2020. In 2025 it ranked #66 for girls, with 3,676 babies given the name.
Names similar to Genesis
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Sibling name ideas for Genesis
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Genesis FAQ
What does the name Genesis mean?
A female given name from Ancient Greek of American usage since the 1980s. From Ancient Greek γένεσις (génesis, “creation, beginning, origin”).
What is the origin of the name Genesis?
Genesis is listed as a name of Greek origin.
How popular is the name Genesis?
Since 1880, 93,578 girls and 3,666 boys in the U.S. have been named Genesis (96% girls). Its highest rank for girls was #55 in 2013. Its highest rank for boys was #824 in 2020. In 2025 it ranked #66 for girls, with 3,676 babies given the name.
Is Genesis a boy or girl name?
Genesis is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 93,578 girls and 3,666 boys since 1880.
Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.