Geneve

Geneva is a unisex name of Latin origin, derived from the city of Geneva in Switzerland. The city's name is believed to have come from the Celtic word "Genava," which means "water" or "lake." Therefore, the name Geneva itself signifies water or lake. The city of Geneva has a rich history dating back to the Stone Age. It was first settled by Celtic tribes before being conquered by the Romans in the 1st century BC. After the fall of the Roman Empire, it became part of the Burgundian Kingdom and later passed under Frankish rule. In the 15th century, Geneva became a independent republic until it was annexed by France in 1814. The name Geneva began to gain popularity as a given name during the Puritan era in England in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. It was often used for girls but also occasionally given to boys. Today, Geneva is still considered a classic and elegant name for both sexes. In literature and popular culture, some notable figures named Geneva include Geneva Carr, an American actress known for her role in the Broadway musical "Hedwig and the Angry Inch," and Geneva Thomas, a fictional character from the television series "The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air.