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Genavieve
Pronounced JEN-ə-veev /ˈdʒɛn.ə.viv/High
Meaning: A spelling of Genevieve — variously 'a woman of the race/tribe' (Germanic) and 'white wave' (Celtic); the precise root is debated; routes layeredLow
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History & Origin
Genavieve is a spelling of Genevieve — variously 'a woman of the race or tribe' (Germanic) and 'white wave' (Celtic; the precise root is debated; routes layered, which we note). St Genevieve is the patroness of Paris. A lyrical, classic name; the -a- styling personalizes it (nicknames Gen, Viv).
It registers thinly beside Genevieve. Rare in this spelling, a-woman-of-the-tribe at the root, and classic.
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What does the name Genavieve mean?
Genavieve spells Genevieve — variously 'a woman of the tribe' and 'white wave'; the root is debated.
How do you pronounce Genavieve?
It's said JEN-ə-veev /ˈdʒɛn.ə.viv/ — three syllables, stress on the first.
Is Genavieve a boy or girl name?
Genavieve is a girl's name.
How popular is Genavieve?
Genavieve is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Genevieve is more common.