Data-driven popularity statistics, SSA rankings, and historical trends for the name Genevieve.
National Rank (2025)
#148
All-Time Peak Rank
#76 (1914)
Total U.S. Births
125,131
Unisex Distribution0.1% Boy / 99.9% GirlBalance: Overwhelmingly Female
💡 The Genevieve Vibe: This choice is considered a Modern Trend. A contemporary choice reflecting current cultural naming rhythms and popularity brackets.
📖 The Story Behind Genevieve
According to SSA data, Genevieve achieved its highest historical rank of #76 in 1914. Its highest annual registration volume occurred in 1918 with 3,304 babies. Between 2015 and 2025, modern registrations have increased by 11.3%. Overall, the name has maintained a ranked presence for 146 consecutive years.
📊 Factual Timeline & Current Trajectory (1880 – 2025)
Watch how the absolute registration footprint of the name Genevieve scaled historically over the last century:
5-Year Trajectory Velocity
Rising
10-Year Decadal Shift Change
+11.3% Growth
18801920196020002025
📈 Popularity Milestones & Volatility
Busiest Year on Record3,304Births in 1918
Years in Top 100
15yrs
Registry Appearance Streak
146Years
Historical VolatilityHighly Volatile
Decade-by-Decade Registration Volumes
1880s:1,088
1890s:2,904
1900s:5,292
1910s:22,830
1920s:24,780
1930s:9,690
1940s:5,123
1950s:3,174
1960s:2,546
1970s:3,634
1980s:4,752
1990s:4,567
2000s:8,226
2010s:15,643
2020s:10,882
📐 Sound & Spelling Structure
Phonetic SyllablesGe-ne-vieve
Letter Count9 Letters
Spelling ComplexityComplex
Linguistic Profile Narrative: Longer than 92.2% of SSA names. Starts with G, a letter used by only 2.3% of SSA names.
🛠️ Rhythm & Cadence Engine
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