Jennevieve

“A variant of Geneviève, which means 'woman of the race' or 'tribe'.”

France origin · Girl name

♂ 3% boys♀ 97% girls

#1745US 2023

455Births / yr

→Stable

5All-time births

📅 Since 201500

What does Jennevieve mean and where does it come from?

Jennevieve is a variant of the more traditional French name Geneviève. The name has been popular in France and has gained some traction in the United States. Historically, Saint Geneviève is revered as the patron saint of Paris, which adds a layer of cultural significance to the name.

Cultural significance

Jennevieve has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in France-speaking communities, where it reflects values of a variant of geneviève, which means 'woman of the race' or 'tribe'..

Peak popularity

Reached #18900 in 2015 — currently #1745 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Jennevieve?

Jennevieve works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Jennevieve Grace

How popular is Jennevieve right now?

Holding steady — currently #1745 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2015–2023#1745 · Top 1.3%

2015

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#1745	455	▲ up 5 · +5% births
2022	#1750	435	▲ up 5 · +7% births
2021	#1755	405	▲ up 17145 · +8000% births
2015	#18900	5	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Jennevieve

Best Year2023Rank #1745

Peak Count455

Average Rank#6038

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2015 - 20234 years

The story of Jennevieve

Jennevieve is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2015. With 5 total births recorded, Jennevieve remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #18900 in 2015 to #1745 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Jennevieve in 2015:

Emma Olivia Sophia Ava Isabella

💎Jennevieve has only 5 total recorded births since 2015 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Jennevieve?

Common

JenJeEve

What names sound and feel like Jennevieve?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Jennevieve also consider these

Jenevieve

French · The woman of

Jennavieve

American · French

Jennieve

France · White phantom

Gennevieve

French · Woman of the

Genievieve

France · woman of the

Genevieve

French · French

Gwenevieve

France · White wave; fair

Jeanmarie

France · God is gracious.

Common questions about the name Jennevieve

What does the name Jennevieve mean?

Jennevieve means "A variant of Geneviève, which means 'woman of the race' or 'tribe'." — a name rooted in France tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Jennevieve?

Jennevieve is currently a distinctive and less common name as a girl name in the US and is holding steady in popularity, a reliable classic that parents consistently choose.

What is the cultural origin of Jennevieve?

Jennevieve originates from France tradition. France names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

What sibling names go well with Jennevieve?

Jennevieve pairs beautifully with sibling names that share a similar France heritage or complement its melodic and flowing sound. Names with a similar vibe create a cohesive sibling set without matching too closely.

Is Jennevieve a common or rare name?

Jennevieve is a distinctive choice that balances familiarity with individuality. It strikes a balance between standing out and fitting in.