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Genesis

Genesis is a gender-neutral name with Hebrew and Greek origins that is a beautiful way to commemorate baby’s start in life. This name means “origin” or “birth,” coming from the first book in the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament. The Book of Genesis features many iconic biblical stories, from the creation of the world to Noah’s ark, to the trials of Jacob. This makes it a unique way for you and baby to celebrate your faith—and celebrate baby as they join your family.
Hebrew, Greek Unisex
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Meaning

Origin, birth

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Pronunciation

JEN-uh-sis

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Traits

  • Creative
  • Innovative
  • Adventurous
  • Empathetic

Compatibility

Genesis is a strong and versatile name that pairs well with a variety of sibling names. It also works beautifully as a middle name to add depth and meaning to the full name. Culturally, Genesis is often associated with a sense of new beginnings and fresh starts, making it a popular choice for parents looking for a name with a positive and forward-looking vibe.

Creative Innovative Adventurous Empathetic

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Genesis Rodriguez

Genesis Rodriguez

Actress

Born: July 29, 1987 · Miami, Florida, USA

Portrait of Genesis Owusu

Genesis Owusu

Musician

Born: April 27, 1997 · Canberra, Australia

Portrait of Genesis P-Orridge

Genesis P-Orridge

Artist

Born: February 22, 1950 · Manchester, England

Portrait of Genesis Hansen

Genesis Hansen

Athlete

Born: November 21, 1994 · Aarhus, Denmark

Portrait of Genesis Breyer P-Orridge

Genesis Breyer P-Orridge

Musician

Born: February 22, 1950 · Manchester, England

Portrait of Genesis Ali Dean

Genesis Ali Dean

Celebrity Child

Born: December 27, 2014 · New York City, New York, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Genesis Original form
  • Génesis Spanish
  • Γένεσις Greek
  • Arabic
  • Hebrew
  • Devanagari
  • Џенесис Macedonian
  • جینسیس Persian
  • Женесис Russian

Cultural Adaptations

  • جينيسيس (Genesis) Arabic
  • גֶּנֶסִיס (Genesis) Hebrew
  • जेनेसिस (Genesis) Devanagari

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Frequently Asked Questions about Genesis

What does Genesis mean?
Origin, birth
What is the origin of Genesis?
Genesis has Hebrew, Greek origins.
Is Genesis popular?
Genesis has been viewed 145 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Genesis?
Similar names include Zuberi, Kwame, Neela, Kaiden, Gwen.
How do you pronounce Genesis?
Genesis is pronounced JEN-uh-sis.

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