Genesis is a unique and powerful female given name of Hebrew origin, meaning 'beginning' or 'birth'. It's derived from the Greek word 'geneseos', which translates to 'birth', and is often used in reference to the Book of Genesis in the Bible, representing the beginning of creation. This distinctive name gained popularity in recent decades, particularly in English-speaking countries. Notable individuals with this name include American singer-songwriter Genesis Be and Australian actress Genesis Rodriguez.
The name Genesis experienced significant fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak of 43 births in 2011 and 39 births in 2012. However, it has generally seen a decline in usage since around 2005, reaching its lowest point recently with 15 births in 2022. Overall, there were 821 babies named Genesis between 1988 and 2023.