Girl Name · French Origin
Geneva
Geneva is a girl baby name of French origin, meaning "Juniper berry". It currently sits in the Top 1000 tier of US baby names for 2026, and parents who love Geneva often also consider Genevia.
Geneva meaning, origin, and usage
Meaning: Juniper berry
Origin: French naming roots help connect Geneva to related French baby names.
Pronunciation: Baby Name Studio pronounces Geneva as G·E·N·E·V·A, with 6 letters and a girl usage profile.
Popularity: According to Baby Name Studio's 2026 tracker, Geneva is distinctive but not obscure in the Top 1000 tier.
Geneva variants, nicknames, middle names, and sibling names
- Variants and spelling ideas: Genevaa, Genevae, Genevay, Genev.
- Nicknames: Gen and G.
- Middle names: Pair Geneva with a middle name that balances its substantial sound; start with the Geneva middle name generator.
- Sibling names: Genevia, Genevie, Genoveva, Genevive, Gennifer — full picks on the sibling names for Geneva guide for a cohesive sibset.
- Similar names: Looking for names that sound like Geneva? Browse our names like Geneva guide for phonetic-neighbor picks.
- Explore more: use the Baby Name Explorer, name search, AI name generator, and Baby Name Studio homepage.
Frequently asked about Geneva
What does the name Geneva mean?
Geneva means "Juniper berry" and is of French origin.
What is the origin of Geneva?
Geneva originates in French naming tradition.
How do you pronounce Geneva?
Geneva has 6 letters and is most commonly stressed on the first syllable.
Is Geneva a boy's or girl's name?
Geneva is primarily used as a girl's name in US records.
How popular is Geneva in 2026?
In our 2026 popularity tracker, Geneva sits in the Top 1000 tier — distinctive but not obscure.
What names are similar to Geneva?
Names that share Geneva's sound and style include Genevia, Genevie, Genoveva, Genevive, Gennifer.
What middle names pair well with Geneva?
Good middle-name fits for Geneva pair an opposite syllable rhythm: if Geneva is short, lean longer (e.g. classical or three-syllable middles); if Geneva is longer, a one-syllable middle keeps the full name from feeling heavy.
What are good sibling names for Geneva?
Sibling names that pair naturally with Geneva share its rhythm without rhyming — Genevia, Genevie, Genoveva all sit comfortably alongside it on a shortlist.