Geneva Bey

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Geneva Bey — juniper tree
91K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Geneva Bey is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Geneva is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. Geneva is a Germanic feminine given name which means "juniper tree". Notable people with the name include: Geneva Carr (born 1971), American actress Geneva Cruz (born 1976), Filipina singer Geneva Mercer (1889–1984), American artist Geneva Mitchell (1907–1949), American actress Geneva Overholser (born 1948), American journalist The surname Bey: Ahmed Bey (1784–1850), the last Bey of Constantine; a nineteenth century Algerian resistance leader against the French occupation Andy Bey (1939–2025), American jazz singer and pianist Bozan Shaheen Bey (1890–1968), Kurdish tribal leader, politician, and nationalist Chief Bey (1913–2004), American jazz musician Chris Bey (born 1996), American professional wrestler David Bey (1957–2017), American boxer Dawoud Bey (born 1953), American photographer Djevdet Bey (1878–1955), Ottoman Albanian governor Erich Bey (1898–1943), German admiral during the Second World War Essad Bey (pen name of Lev Nussi. Geneva is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 91K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Geneva reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Geneva

Meaning: juniper tree

Germanic

Geneva is a Germanic feminine given name which means "juniper tree". Notable people with the name include: Geneva Carr (born 1971), American actress Geneva Cruz (born 1976), Filipina singer Geneva Mercer (1889–1984), American artist Geneva Mitchell (1907–1949), American actress Geneva Overholser (born 1948), American journalist

Surname: Bey

French

Ahmed Bey (1784–1850), the last Bey of Constantine; a nineteenth century Algerian resistance leader against the French occupation Andy Bey (1939–2025), American jazz singer and pianist Bozan Shaheen Bey (1890–1968), Kurdish tribal leader, politician, and nationalist Chief Bey (1913–2004), American jazz musician Chris Bey (born 1996), American professional wrestler David Bey (1957–2017), American boxer Dawoud Bey (born 1953), American photographer Djevdet Bey (1878–1955), Ottoman Albanian governor Erich Bey (1898–1943), German admiral during the Second World War Essad Bey (pen name of Lev Nussi.

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Geneva is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 52%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 9%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Geneva by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Notable People Named Geneva Bey

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Geneva Bey:

5
Expression Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

7
Soul Urge Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

7
Personality Number

Wisdom and introspection. A deep, analytical mind drawn to philosophy, spirituality and the search for truth.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Geneva?
The first name Geneva originates from Germanic. Geneva is a Germanic feminine given name which means "juniper tree". Notable people with the name include: Geneva Carr (born 1971), American actress Geneva Cruz (born 1976), Filipina singer Geneva Mercer (1889–1984), American artist Geneva Mitchell (1907–1949), American actress Geneva Overholser (born 1948), American journalist
When was Geneva most popular?
The name Geneva reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Bey?
The surname Bey originates from French. Ahmed Bey (1784–1850), the last Bey of Constantine; a nineteenth century Algerian resistance leader against the French occupation Andy Bey (1939–2025), American jazz singer and pianist Bozan Shaheen Bey (1890–1968), Kurdish tribal leader, politician, and nationalist Chief Bey (1913–2004), American jazz musician Chris Bey (born 1996), American professional wrestler David Bey (1957–2017), American boxer Dawoud Bey (born 1953), American photographer Djevdet Bey (1878–1955), Ottoman Albanian governor Erich Bey (1898–1943), German admiral during the Second World War Essad Bey (pen name of Lev Nussi.
What are the origins of the name Geneva Bey?
The name Geneva Bey combines two different traditions: the first name Geneva has Germanic roots, while the surname Bey originates from French.
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