Genevra

Meaning of Genevra

Genevra is a beautiful and unique name for a baby girl. It has Italian origins and is pronounced as jeh-NEV-rah (/jeˈne.vra/) in Italian, and juh-NEV-ruh (/dʒəˈnɛvrə/) in English. The name Ginevra is also a variation of Genevra. Although not very common, Genevra has been given to newborns in the United States since at least the early 20th century. While its popularity has fluctuated over time, it remains a charming choice for parents looking for a distinctive and elegant name for their daughter.

Pronunciation

Italian

  • Pronunced as jeh-NEV-rah (/jeˈne.vra/)

English

  • Pronunced as juh-NEV-ruh (/dʒəˈnɛvrə/)

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Notable People Named Genevra

Genevra Stone - Genevra Lea 'Gevvie' Stone is an accomplished American Olympic rower hailing from Newton, Massachusetts, and holds degrees from Princeton University and Tufts University School of Medicine.
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