Geneva Elam

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Geneva Elam — juniper tree
91K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Geneva Elam 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 Elam: Caroline Elam (1945−), British art historian Charles Wheaton Elam (1866–1917), Louisiana politician Joseph Barton Elam (1821–1885), U.S. representative from Louisiana's 4th congressional district Jack Elam (1918–2003), American actor James Elam (1918–1995), American physician Jason Elam (born 1970), American football player Kaiir Elam (born 2001), American football player Katrina Elam (born 1983), American country music singer Guru (rapper), stage name of Keith Elam (1961–2010), American rapper, one half of the duo Gang Starr Lee Elam (born 1976), English footballer Norah Elam (1878–1961), Iri. 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: Elam

English

Caroline Elam (1945−), British art historian Charles Wheaton Elam (1866–1917), Louisiana politician Joseph Barton Elam (1821–1885), U.S. representative from Louisiana's 4th congressional district Jack Elam (1918–2003), American actor James Elam (1918–1995), American physician Jason Elam (born 1970), American football player Kaiir Elam (born 2001), American football player Katrina Elam (born 1983), American country music singer Guru (rapper), stage name of Keith Elam (1961–2010), American rapper, one half of the duo Gang Starr Lee Elam (born 1976), English footballer Norah Elam (1878–1961), Iri.

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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 Elam

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 Elam:

4
Expression Number

Stability and hard work. Represents practicality, reliability and dedication — someone who builds solid foundations.

8
Soul Urge Number

Ambition and material success. Represents power, business acumen and the drive to achieve significant goals.

5
Personality Number

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

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 Elam?
The surname Elam originates from English. Caroline Elam (1945−), British art historian Charles Wheaton Elam (1866–1917), Louisiana politician Joseph Barton Elam (1821–1885), U.S. representative from Louisiana's 4th congressional district Jack Elam (1918–2003), American actor James Elam (1918–1995), American physician Jason Elam (born 1970), American football player Kaiir Elam (born 2001), American football player Katrina Elam (born 1983), American country music singer Guru (rapper), stage name of Keith Elam (1961–2010), American rapper, one half of the duo Gang Starr Lee Elam (born 1976), English footballer Norah Elam (1878–1961), Iri.
What are the origins of the name Geneva Elam?
The name Geneva Elam combines two different traditions: the first name Geneva has Germanic roots, while the surname Elam originates from English.
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