Genova
Meaning of Genova
Genova, whispered je-NO-vah in the golden Italian tongue, unfurls like a sun-drenched port city at dawn: its syllables echoing the gentle lapping of Ligurian waves against timeworn cobblestones. Born of the ancient name for Genoa—Janua, the “gateway”—this melodic gem carries within it a promise of open horizons and sea-salt breezes. Though rare on American shores, with just sixteen little girls christened Genova in 2024 (placing it at 934th in popularity), the name’s subtle resurgence feels inevitable, as though a stray bit of Mediterranean light has washed ashore in hopeful hearts. It paints images of gelato-sweet laughter dancing under balcony flowers, and in every utterance, hints of heritage and wanderlust entwine, inviting a spirited journey that begins at home yet dreams of distant harbors.
Pronunciation
Italian
- Pronunced as je-NO-vah (/dʒeˈnoːva/)
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Notable People Named Genova
| Genova Giovanni Thaon di Revel - |
