Genesis (given name)
Genesis is a modern English name taken from the word meaning “creation” or “beginning” or given in reference to the Book of Genesis.[1]
| Gender | Feminine |
|---|---|
| Origin | |
| Word/name | English |
| Meaning | “beginning”, a reference to the Book of Genesis |
It has been a well-used name for girls in the United States in recent years, where it has ranked among the top 1,000 names given to newborn girls since 1988, among the top 200 names since 2000 and among the top 100 names given to newborn girls since 2008.[2] The name has been particularly popular for girls born to Hispanic parents. The name has also ranked among the top 100 names for girls in Chile in recent years.[3]
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