Genever
girl nameGenever entered the US charts in 1900, peaked at #1932 in 1900, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1900–2025
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rank today
#1932
peak (1900)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #2070 |
| 1910s | #2625 |
| 1920s | #3053 |
| 1930s | #3985 |
| 1940s | #4574 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Genever are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Genever alive today was born around 1921, making them about 104 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Genever in 2025?
- Genever is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Genever most popular?
- Genever peaked in 1900, reaching #1932 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Genever with classmates?
- Genever will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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