Geneviève is of French origin, derived from the Latin 'genus', meaning 'race' or 'kind'. It is traditionally a feminine given name. The name gained prominence during the Middle Ages in France, often used to denote individuals from the working class or peasantry. In some parts of France, it was also used as a given name for girls born around the feast day of Saint Geneviève, the patron saint of Paris. Today, Geneviève is still used as a given name in France and other French-speaking countries, but its usage has declined somewhat over time. Notable individuals with this name include Geneviève de Gaulle-Anthonioz, a French Resistance member during World War II, and Geneviève Bujold, a Canadian actress known for her roles in films like "Anne of the Thousand Days" and "Comedians".
Geneiveve is not a popular name, with only 33 babies named Geneiveve over these years, and the majority of those born within a decade span from 1916 to 1926.