Genevieve
From medieval roots possibly meaning "kin" or "family", derived from Germanic or Gaulish elements related to kinship.
Meaning and origin
Genevieve comes from the medieval name Genovefa, with uncertain roots that might trace to Germanic words for clan and woman, or alternatively to Gaulish words for kin.
How to pronounce Genevieve
| French (France) | zhen-vee-EV /ʒən(ə)vjɛv/ |
|---|
About this entry
Drafted with the help of an AI model, then checked by a person. Last checked on 16 September 2026.
The sources behind this entry are listed in the app.