Holding steady.
Popularity of Genetta since 1913
Babies named Genetta per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1958, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Genetta's real moment was 1935.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 34 |
| 1920s | 92 |
| 1930s | 81 |
| 1940s | 93 |
| 1950s | 102 |
| 1960s | 86 |
| 1970s | 47 |
| 1980s | 33 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Genetta is a rare feminine name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1913. It saw its highest usage in 1935, during the 1930s decade, but has never entered widespread popularity. As of 2025, it remains an uncommon choice, with no rank in the national data. The name's sound and structure suggest it may be an elaboration of Janet or a feminine form of Eugene, though its exact origin is uncertain. Genetta has not seen any notable revival, and its trajectory over the past century has been stable at low usage levels.
Genetta is a rare English feminine given name, likely a variant or elaboration of Janet or a feminine form of Eugene (from Greek 'eugenēs', meaning 'well-born'). It first appeared in U.S. records in 1913 and saw modest use, peaking in 1935. Its usage has declined since, and it remains an uncommon choice.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gen, Etta, Netta
Sibling names for Genetta
Names that share Genetta's style, for a brother or sister.
