NAME PROFILE
Merced
Derived from the Germanic name Genovefa, it means "woman of the race" or "of the tribe." Genevia describes a person with a magnetic personality who is deeply connected to their roots and possesses a natural ability to lead and inspire others.
Key Stats
| Total births | 945 |
| Gender | Male (28% / 72%) |
| Peak year | 1942 |
| Peak generation | Silent Gen |
| First recorded | 1913 |
| Most recent | 2002 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
TX — 82%CA — 18%AK — 0%PA — 0%ND — 0%
Notable People
Genevia Marie (Illustrator and Visual Designer) · Genevia S. West (Author of "The Spirit of the Rose") · Genevia M. Johnston (Pioneer Educator) · Genevia Thorne (Lead character in "The Silver Locket") · Genevia Black (Civil Rights Activist and Organizer)
Nicknames & Diminutives
GennyViaViviEvaGen
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