Genelia is an uncommon female given name of Spanish origin, derived from the word 'genio', meaning 'genius'. It was popularized by the 1953 film "The Earrings of Madame de...", in which the main character's nickname was Genia, a shortened form of her full name, Geneviève. The variant spelling Genelia is less common but equally charming. This unique name adds a touch of exoticism and sophistication to its bearer, standing out among more traditional names.
Genelia saw 5 newborns bearing its name in 2012, with a total of 5 bearers to date.