Genovella

Swiss place-name or French
"juniper tree"

Genovella Origin and Meaning

The name Genovella is a girl's name.

Genovella is a lyrical feminine name that appears to be a romantic elaboration of Genoveva or Genevieve, names deriving from Germanic elements meaning 'woman of the race' or 'tribal woman.' This ornate variation adds a melodic quality through its flowing syllables and soft ending. While exceedingly rare in documented usage, Genovella exemplifies the tradition of embellishing classic names with decorative suffixes. The name evokes images of medieval romance and Renaissance elegance, carrying an almost fairy-tale quality. Its connection to the more familiar Genevieve provides it with historical grounding while its unique form offers distinctiveness. Genovella would appeal to parents drawn to elaborate, feminine names with a vintage, romantic aesthetic who want something truly uncommon yet still anchored in naming tradition.