Genevieve Cobos

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Genevieve Cobos — woman of the family
79K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Genevieve Cobos is a name that combines Germanic origins. The first name Genevieve is a feminine given name of Germanic origin. Genevieve (French: Geneviève) is a female name of "Celtic or Germanic origin, possibly from the Germanic name Kenowefa [Latinized as Genoveva], meaning kin, 'race' or 'tribe', and wefa, 'woman'". Genevieve can also mean "woman of the family". The surname Cobos: Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio. Genevieve is a distinctive first name, carried by approximately 79K people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Genevieve reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Genevieve

Meaning: woman of the family

Germanic

Genevieve (French: Geneviève) is a female name of "Celtic or Germanic origin, possibly from the Germanic name Kenowefa [Latinized as Genoveva], meaning kin, 'race' or 'tribe', and wefa, 'woman'". Genevieve can also mean "woman of the family".

Surname: Cobos

Spanish

Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio.

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Geographic Distribution

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

United States 51%
United Kingdom 27%
Australia 12%
Canada 10%

Popularity Over Time

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

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Numerology

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

4
Expression Number

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

5
Soul Urge Number

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

8
Personality Number

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

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 Genevieve?
The first name Genevieve originates from Germanic. Genevieve (French: Geneviève) is a female name of "Celtic or Germanic origin, possibly from the Germanic name Kenowefa [Latinized as Genoveva], meaning kin, 'race' or 'tribe', and wefa, 'woman'". Genevieve can also mean "woman of the family".
When was Genevieve most popular?
The name Genevieve reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Cobos?
The surname Cobos originates from Spanish. Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, US Alfredo Vásquez Cobo International Airport, an airport in Leticia, Colombia Villar del Cobo, a municipality in Aragon, Spain Cobo, a village and beach in Castel, Guernsey Albert Cobo, former mayor of Detroit Alfonso Cobo (born 1992), Spanish businessman Ana María Cobo Carmona (born 1973), Spanish politician Anthony Cobos, politician from the state of Texas Bernabé Cobo (1582–1657), missionary and historian of the Inca Empire Carlos de los Cobos, Mexican football coach and former player Carola Cobo (1909–2003), Bolivian theater and radio.
What are the origins of the name Genevieve Cobos?
The name Genevieve Cobos combines two different traditions: the first name Genevieve has Germanic roots, while the surname Cobos originates from Spanish.
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