Geneviève
Found 2 entry about "Geneviève"
ZHUN-VYEHV
zhah-neh-veev
Geneviève Name meanings & History
"woman of the race" or "white wave". From the medieval name Genovefa, which is of uncertain origin. It could be derived from the Germanic elements *kunją "clan, family, lineage" and *wībą "wife, woman". Alternatively it could be of Gaulish origin, from the related Celtic element *genos "kin, family" combined with a second element of unknown meaning. This name was borne by Saint Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris, who inspired the city to resist the Huns in the 5th century. Geneviève is primarily used in French-speaking countries such as France, Quebec, and Belgium. However, due to its elegant and timeless nature, it has also gained popularity among English-speaking countries. It is often used for baby girls born into Catholic families as it is the name of the patron saint of Paris.
Zodiac Sign of Geneviève: Gregarious Gemini,Go-getter Virgo
Synonyms of Geneviève:
G: Goof-off,Gregarious,Go-getter,Genuine
E: Enlighten,Exaggerate,Expressive,Environment,Enliven,Entertain
N: Nervous,Neurosis,Nice,Neat,Nutrition,Nitpicking,Nagging
V: Vivacious,Variety,Vexing,Versatility
I: Intimate,Involved,Indulgence
Geneviève is:- a Class name
- a Classic name
- a Complex name
- a Formal name
- a Mature name
- a Natural name
- a Refined name
- a Serious name
- a Strange name
- a Upper name
- a Wholesome name
Famous People
Geneviève Bujold - Canadian actress, Geneviève de Gaulle-Anthonioz - French resistance fighter and humanitarian, Geneviève Jeanson - Canadian cyclist.
2.) GENEVIÈVE (Female)
Usage: French
Meanings: Derived from the Gaulish Genovefa, a name with Celtic roots but the meaning of which is uncertain. The first element is believed to be from genos (race, people, tribe); the second is possibly from an element meaning “woman.” Its alteration in the translation from the Celtic to the French seems to be the cause for the confusion. The name is often bestowed in honor of the patron saint of Paris (420-500). In spite of much opposition and criticism, St. Geneviève was a nun who worked tirelessly for the people of Paris. During the Frankish occupation, she heroically went in search of food, encouraged the people, and spoke up for the release of prisoners of war. Pet: Genny. (ZHEH-NEH-VYEHV)
