Genevieve Phipps

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Genevieve Phipps — woman of the family
79K People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Genevieve Phipps 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 Phipps: Phipps is a surname derived from the given name Philip. Phipps family, a family of American entrepreneurs and philanthropists: John Shaffer Phipps (1874–1958) Gladys Mills Phipps (1883–1970) Lillian Bostwick Phipps (1906–1987) Ogden Mills Phipps (1940–2016) A family of British aristocrats, landowners and diplomats: Constantine Phipps, 1st Marquess of Normanby (1797–1863), Lord Lieutenant of Ireland George Phipps, 2nd Marquess of Normanby (1819–1890), soldier and politician Henry Phipps, 1st Earl of Mulgrave (1755–1831), Foreign Secretary Constantine Phipps, 1st Baron Mulgrave (1722–1775), Iris. 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: Phipps

English

Phipps is a surname derived from the given name Philip. Phipps family, a family of American entrepreneurs and philanthropists: John Shaffer Phipps (1874–1958) Gladys Mills Phipps (1883–1970) Lillian Bostwick Phipps (1906–1987) Ogden Mills Phipps (1940–2016) A family of British aristocrats, landowners and diplomats: Constantine Phipps, 1st Marquess of Normanby (1797–1863), Lord Lieutenant of Ireland George Phipps, 2nd Marquess of Normanby (1819–1890), soldier and politician Henry Phipps, 1st Earl of Mulgrave (1755–1831), Foreign Secretary Constantine Phipps, 1st Baron Mulgrave (1722–1775), Iris.

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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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Notable People Named Genevieve Phipps

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 Genevieve Phipps:

7
Expression Number

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

11
Soul Urge Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

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 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 Phipps?
The surname Phipps originates from English. Phipps is a surname derived from the given name Philip. Phipps family, a family of American entrepreneurs and philanthropists: John Shaffer Phipps (1874–1958) Gladys Mills Phipps (1883–1970) Lillian Bostwick Phipps (1906–1987) Ogden Mills Phipps (1940–2016) A family of British aristocrats, landowners and diplomats: Constantine Phipps, 1st Marquess of Normanby (1797–1863), Lord Lieutenant of Ireland George Phipps, 2nd Marquess of Normanby (1819–1890), soldier and politician Henry Phipps, 1st Earl of Mulgrave (1755–1831), Foreign Secretary Constantine Phipps, 1st Baron Mulgrave (1722–1775), Iris.
What are the origins of the name Genevieve Phipps?
The name Genevieve Phipps combines two different traditions: the first name Genevieve has Germanic roots, while the surname Phipps originates from English.
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