Geneva
Meaning of Geneva
Geneva is a beautiful and timeless name for a baby girl. It is pronounced as juh-NEE-vuh (/dʒəˈniːvə/) in English. The name Geneva has its variations, with Ginevra being one of them. This name has been used for many years in the United States, and its popularity has remained relatively consistent over time. In recent years, Geneva has been ranked around 1500 to 1400 in terms of occurrence, indicating that it is not overly common but still known and loved by many parents. With its elegant sound and rich history, Geneva is a great choice for parents looking for a classic yet unique name for their little girl.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as juh-NEE-vuh (/dʒəˈniːvə/)
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Notable People Named Geneva
| Geneva Smitherman, also known as "Dr. G" and "Dr. Smitherman", is a University Distinguished Professor Emerita of English and co-founder of the African American and African Studies doctoral program at Michigan State University, as well as the co-founder of the first public African-centered elementary school in the country, Malcolm X Academy within the Detroit Public Schools. |
| Geneva Sayre was an American bryologist and bibliographer who pioneered the field of bibliographical and historical bryology. |
| Geneva Robertson-Dworet is an American screenwriter known for her work on the Tomb Raider reboot and co-writing the screenplay for Captain Marvel. |
| Geneva Carr is a well-known American actress recognized for her roles on the television series Bull and in the original Broadway cast of Hand to God, where she received a Tony Award nomination. |
