Genesis

Birth; origin

Genesis is used as a feminine given name in English and comes from a Greek word meaning ‘birth’ or ‘origin’. It shares its form with the title of the first book of Jewish and Christian scripture. The biblical connection is to that book and its account of beginnings, rather than to a person named Genesis. The idea of a beginning can give the name a hopeful, forward-looking feel. In English, the first syllable carries the stress and the final s gives it a crisp finish, creating a clear, declarative sound. When considering Genesis, you may be drawn to the spiritual reference, the wider image of a new chapter, or both.

Etymology: From Greek genesis, birth or origin, also used as an English noun and the title of the Bible’s first book.