Genesis
Greek girl's name meaning “origin; beginning”
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- Greek
- Meaning
- origin; beginning
- Syllables
- 3
- Letters
- 7
- US rank (2023)
- #57
- Born in 2023
- 3,661
Meaning & origin
Genesis is the Greek word for 'origin' or 'birth', and the name of the first book of the Bible.
Popularity
In the latest US data, Genesis ranked #57 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.
In 2023, 3,661 US girls were given the name Genesis.
US popularity rank over time
Peaked at #55 in 2013
“Unranked” means Genesis was outside the US top 1,000 that year.
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Genesis: frequently asked questions
What does the name Genesis mean?
Genesis is a Greek name meaning "origin; beginning". Genesis is the Greek word for 'origin' or 'birth', and the name of the first book of the Bible.
Where does the name Genesis come from?
Genesis is of Greek origin. Genesis is the Greek word for 'origin' or 'birth', and the name of the first book of the Bible.
Is Genesis a boy or a girl name?
Genesis is most commonly a girl's name.
How many babies are named Genesis?
In 2023, 3,661 US girls were given the name Genesis.
Is Genesis a popular name, and is it rising or falling?
In the latest US data, Genesis ranked #57 for girls. It has held remarkably steady over the past decade — a dependable classic.