Genesis

Meaning & Origin

Meaning: Birth; Origin

Background: The name Genesis originates from the Greek word 'génesis,' meaning 'birth' or 'origin.' This term was later adopted into Latin, where it retained the same meanings, reflecting the concept of beginnings or the start of something new.

At a glance

Quick stats based on the history of this name.

Lifetime rank
#401
Total births
93,541
Most popular decade
2010s (124,926 births)
10-year trend
↑ Rising (+13 ranks)
Years in Top 100
17
First recorded year
1964

Gender usage

3.8% male 96.2% female

Stats by gender

Male

First year
1970
First year births
6
First year rank
#4,231
Peak year
2020
Peak year births
278
Peak rank
#825
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
182
Recent rank
#1,147

Female

First year
1964
First year births
5
First year rank
#6,767
Peak year
2016
Peak year births
4,351
Peak rank
#58
Most recent year
2024
Recent year births
3,835
Recent rank
#55

Births over time

Number of babies given this name each year.

Rank over time

Popularity rank by year (1 = most popular).

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