The nameGenesis

Genesis is the name of the first book of the Bible, meaning "origin". It is a girl's name in the United States, especially among Hispanic families.

Meaning

Genesis means "origin, birth" in Greek.

Origin

Greek, from the title of the first book of the Bible.

History

Genesis has been in the American top 100 since 2008 and reached 55th place in 2013 and 2024. It is also the name of the British rock band of Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins.

Famous people named Genesis

Popularity of the name Genesis

Genesis in the United States

55thmost popular girls' name in the United States in 2024
2016peak year (4,450 births)
93,541babies named Genesis in the United States since 1880
02,2254,450 18801900192019401960198020002020
Births per year in the United States. Source: Social Security Administration, names given at least 5 times a year.

Genesis was most popular in the United States in the 2010s, with 41,642 births over the decade, 45% of all recorded babies named Genesis. Its rise began around 1991, and it peaked in 2016. Half of all babies named Genesis in the United States were born before 2013, so it is mostly a name of today's children and teenagers. Over the last five years on record, its popularity has held steady at around 3,817 births a year.

Sibling names for Genesis

Names from the same generation as Genesis, whose popularity in the United States has followed a similar path.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the name Genesis mean?

Genesis means "origin, birth" in Greek.

What is the origin of the name Genesis?

Greek, from the title of the first book of the Bible.

Is Genesis a girl's or a boy's name?

Genesis is a girl's name.

How popular is the name Genesis?

In 2024, Genesis was the 55th most popular name for baby girls in the United States, with 3,835 births.

What are good sibling names for Genesis?

Names from the same generation, with a similar popularity in the United States: Sofia, Zoey, Sophie and Lydia for a sister, Lucas, Josiah, Nolan and Lukas for a brother.

Who are famous people named Genesis?

Genesis Rodriguez, actress.