Genie

Meaning of Genie

Genie is a warm unisex name pronounced JEE-nee. It began as a nickname for Eugene or Eugenia. In Greek those names mean “well-born.” Genie also sparks visions of jinn and jadoo from Arabian Nights and Indian folk tales. In India, stories of clever spirits light up Diwali nights. Those tales glow like diyas, and Genie carries that same spark of wonder. In the U.S., about five newborns get this name each year, and it ranks in the 900s. That gentle, playful charm makes Genie a bright choice for a heart full of dreams.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as JEE-nee (/ˈdʒiːni/)

• Ginny
• Genesis
• Genevieve
• Gentry
• Jennie
• Geneva
• Genna