Female and male first names beginning with the letter “G”..
GENNINE
FemaleFrench female name derived from "génin," meaning innocent or pure.
GENNY
FemaleItalian name meaning "ring" or "circle", commonly used as a nickname for Genoveffa or Genevieve, but also suitable as a standalone given name. It has historical significance in Italy and has been popular for centuries due to its use in literature by authors such as Dante Alighieri and Giovanni Boccaccio. Today, Genny remains a beloved given name throughout Europe, carrying with it a rich heritage and distinctive character.
GENO
MaleRare Italian name derived from "gengi," meaning "to be born," symbolizing rebirth or new beginnings.
GENOA
FemaleItalian origin given name derived from the historic city of Genoa, which means "door" or "gate," reflecting its role as a major trading hub.
GENOLA
FemaleUncommon Italian name derived from Latin 'genus', meaning family or race, signifying noble lineage.
GENORA
FemaleRare Latin-derived female name from medieval Italy, meaning 'rebirth,' inspired by the ancient Roman god Genius.
GENORIA
FemaleUnique female Latin-derived name meaning "kind" or "type", created by adding "-ia".
GENOVA
FemaleElegant and distinctive name originating from Genoa, Italy's ancient seaport city founded around 7th century BC. Derived from Latin 'Genua', meaning 'knee', it reflects the founders' encounter with kneeling deities. Now popular worldwide as both feminine and masculine, Genova embodies Italian heritage while appealing to diverse cultures.
GENOVEVA
FemaleElegant Italian female name derived from 'Genoviefa', meaning 'from Genoa'. It is associated with historical figures like Saint Genoveva of Paris and has been used in literary works by Goethe and Bécquer.
GENOVEVO
MaleRare Spanish given name derived from Latin 'Gens' meaning tribe and 'Vivos' meaning lively, translating to 'vivacious tribe'. Associated with nobility in the Middle Ages, notable bearers include conquistador Genovevo de Guzmán and poet Genovevo Castellanos.
GENOVIA
FemaleElegant Italian feminine given name derived from the Latin word "Janua," meaning door or gate, reflecting the strategic location of Genoa city as a gateway between Europe and Africa.
GENOVIEVE
FemaleGeneviève is a French feminine given name derived from Germanic elements meaning "woman warrior," popularized by Saint Geneviève who defended Paris against Attila the Hun.
GENOWEFA
FemaleDistinctive female name of Polish origin, derived from the Latin word "geneveiva," meaning "tribe woman" or "kin woman." It was popular among medieval Polish nobility and has been consistently used throughout history.
GENROSE
FemaleRare yet elegant Spanish name derived from Genoveva, a Latin variant inspired by the Roman goddess Jana, meaning 'from the city/gates of Jana' or 'graceful rose'.
GENSEN
MaleGensen, of Germanic origin, is an uncommon given name derived from Old High German elements 'gans' meaning 'goose', and 'hennin', a diminutive suffix. It likely served historically as a nickname for someone resembling a goose or having a connection to them.
GENSIE
FemaleRare Latin-derived name meaning 'clan' or 'family', originally denoting Roman familial groups. It is associated with Saint Genesius of Rome, a 3rd-century Christian martyr.
GENSIS
FemaleGenesis is a Latin-derived unisex name, translating to 'beginning' or 'origin', inspired by the Bible's first book.
GENT
MaleItalian origin name meaning 'kind' or 'gentle', derived from the Latin word 'gentilis'.
GENTIANA
FemaleGentiana, an Albanian-origin female name derived from the genus of Gentiana flowers, symbolizes beauty, resilience, and timelessness.
GENTLE
MaleRare English given name derived from Middle English 'gentil', meaning "noble" or "well-born", which traces back to Latin 'gentilis' via Old French 'gentil'.
GENTREE
FemaleDistinctive French-origin first name, believed to mean 'kind' but with no widely accepted etymology.
GENTRI
FemaleRare Latin-origin given name derived from 'gentium,' meaning 'of the people.' It was historically used in Rome and medieval Europe as both a cognomen and surname.
GENTRIE
FemaleGentrì is a rare Italian name of Sicilian origin meaning "kind" or "gentle".
GENTRY
FemaleEnglish surname turned given name with roots tracing back to Old French 'gentil', meaning noble. It was originally associated with people of gentle birth or rank in medieval England.
GENTRY
MaleEnglish surname derived from the Norman French word 'gentile', meaning 'noble'.
GENUINE
MaleUncommon English female name derived from the Middle English word 'genuyn', meaning genuine or authentic.
GENUINE
FemaleRare yet distinctive Latin-origin name meaning genuine or authentic, tracing back to ancient Roman times when it was used to describe something real or true.
GENVA
FemaleItalian name originating from the city of Geneva, Switzerland, founded by Julius Caesar.
GENVIEVE
FemaleGeneviève is a feminine given name of French origin, derived from Germanic elements meaning "race" or "kind" and "warrior". It gained popularity through Saint Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris known for protecting the city during Attila the Hun's siege in 451 AD. Today, it remains recognized and beloved in France despite declining usage over time.
GENYA
FemaleDistinctive Russian name derived from Yelena, meaning 'torch' or 'light', popularized during the Soviet era.
GENYSIS
FemaleGenesis: A Latin-origin given name meaning 'beginning', popularized by its biblical association with creation.
GEO
FemaleGeoffrey is an English name derived from Old French 'Jeufroi', which comes from Germanic 'Gauzfrid'. It means 'joyful peace'.
GEO
MaleThe male given name George originates from Greek, meaning "farmer" or "earthworker". It was initially an occupational name before becoming associated with royalty due to several European kings bearing the name throughout history. Today, George remains popular and classic despite its long history.
GEOBANI
MaleDistinctive Latin name of ancient Roman origin, derived from "Geo" which means earth or land, interpreted as "of the earth" or "land-dweller".
GEOF
MaleGeoffrey is an English name derived from Germanic "Gaufridus," meaning "guardian of peace.
GEOFF
MaleShort form of Geoffrey, originating from Germanic words meaning "to succeed" or "yield" combined with "wolf". Popularized during medieval England, Geoff has been used independently since the early 20th century and remains a popular choice for its strong connotation and versatility.
GEOFFERY
MaleGeoffrey is an English name derived from the Germanic 'Gaujofrid', meaning 'joyful peace'.
GEOFFORY
MaleFrench name of Old Germanic origin meaning 'joyful peace'.
GEOFFREY
FemaleEnglish name derived from Germanic 'Gaufridus', meaning "prosperity through peace".
GEOFFREY
MaleOld Germanic name meaning "protector of peace".