Genessis
Of Greek origin, meaning "birth" or "creation".
Name Census estimates that about 1,190 living Americans carry the first name Genessis. The name is used almost exclusively for girls. The average person named Genessis today is around 18 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Genessis births was 2009 (86 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Genessis. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Genessis is a relatively new arrival in the SSA data. The average bearer is just 18 years old, meaning it gained most of its traction in the last two decades.
People living today
1.2K
~ 1 in 288,029 Americans
Peak year
2009
86 babies that year
Average age
18
years old
2024 SSA rank
#6,716
Tracked since 1988
Popularity
Genessis: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Genessis from the 1980s through to the 2020s, spanning 5 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2010s, with 481 total registrations. Usage has dropped considerably from its 2010s peak. The most recent decade brought in only a fraction of the registrations that the name once attracted.
Babies born per year
Decades
Genessis by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Genessis during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Genessis' live
The SSA's state-level files cover 9 states and territories. California, Texas, Virginia recorded the most babies named Genessis, while New Jersey, Maryland, District of Columbia recorded the fewest. The average across all reporting states is about 73 registrations each.
Origin
Meaning and history of Genessis
The name Genessis finds its origins in the Greek language, derived from the word "genesis," which means "origin" or "creation." This name is closely tied to the biblical book of Genesis, the first book of the Old Testament, which describes the creation of the world according to the Judeo-Christian tradition.
The earliest recorded use of the name Genessis can be traced back to the late 20th century, when it began to gain popularity as a given name. While the name is inspired by the biblical text, it is considered a modern invention, not found in ancient historical records or religious scriptures.
One of the earliest known individuals with the name Genessis is Genessis Rodriguez, a Puerto Rican-American actress and singer born in 1987. She is best known for her role as Daniela Cadena in the Starz series "Hightown."
Another notable figure with this name is Genessis Caballero, a Mexican artist and painter born in 1993. Her artwork often explores themes of identity, feminism, and social issues, and she has gained recognition for her vibrant and expressive paintings.
In the world of sports, Genessis Romero is a professional volleyball player from Venezuela, born in 1994. She has represented her country in several international competitions and is considered one of the top players in her field.
Genessis Bonilla is a Honduran model and beauty queen who was crowned Miss Honduras Universe in 2020. She went on to represent her country in the Miss Universe competition later that year.
Lastly, Genessis Ortiz is a Puerto Rican singer and songwriter born in 1996. She has released several singles and albums, showcasing her talents in the genres of reggaeton and Latin pop music.
While the name Genessis is relatively new and not deeply rooted in historical records, it carries a unique meaning and connection to the biblical story of creation. Its increasing popularity in recent decades reflects a growing trend of modern names inspired by religious and literary sources.
People
Genessis + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Genessis as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with G
Other first names starting with G with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Genessis: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Genessis?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 1,190 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Genessis going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 288,029 US residents.
Is Genessis a common name?
We classify Genessis as "Rare". It ranks above 91.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 1,207 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Genessis most popular?
The single biggest year for Genessis was 2009, when 86 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Genessis is about 18 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Genessis a female name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Genessis in the SSA data are female. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.